Serving Routes
Port aux Basques, NL
PAB, NL
North Sydney, NS
NSY, NS

Our Proudly Named Vessel

Named after the regiment that fiercely represented Newfoundland in World War I, the Blue Puttees honours this fearless fighting unit. The regiment was part of the tragic advance at Beaumont-Hamel on July 1, 1916. Since that day, in recognition of the soldiers’ bravery, July 1 is marked as Memorial Day in Newfoundland and Labrador, and the courage and sacrifice of the Blue Puttees will never be forgotten.

Onboard the Blue Puttees, find amenities for a comfortable and smooth crossing, including accessible and pet-friendly cabins, a panoramic viewing deck and a variety of dining options.

Standard

  • Two-bed and four-bed cabins with TVs
  • Private washroom with shower, sink, and toilet

Pet-Friendly

  • Four-bed cabins with hard-surface flooring
  • Designed to make pet travel easy

Accessible

  • One adjustable bed and one set of bunk beds
  • Private accessible washroom with shower
     
4-bed cabin
Accessible cabin with one adjustable bed and one set of bunk beds

Leisure Spaces

  • Panoramic viewing deck
  • Activities and games for kids

Pet-Friendly Areas

  • Kennel area
  • Pet relief areas

Other Amenities

  • Retail store
  • Comfortable recliner seating
  • Gender neutral washroom

The MET

  • Open daily for breakfast and dinner
  • A wide variety of inspired classics
  • East Coast favourites and kid’s menu

Barista Café

  • Open 24/7
  • Quick and convenient dining
  • Specialty coffees, pizza, and more

Bar

  • Open until 01:00
  • Pub favourites and a welcoming atmosphere
  • Cocktails, beer, ciders, wine, and spirits
Travelling with Children

Accessibility Features

Accessible Accommodations

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  • One hospital-style bed with controls
  • One set of bunk beds
  • Private accessible washroom with shower
  • Hearing adapted & visual doorbell
  • TV, side table, stool

Service Dogs

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  • Certified service dogs welcome with at least 96 hours notice and supporting documentation
  • Service dog relief area available on Deck 7

Other Features

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  • Blue zone parking
  • Accessible washrooms
  • Wheelchair and mobility aids
  • Assistance with passenger loading and unloading

Blue Puttees  Specifications

Learn about the vessel and explore detailed information and specifications, including number of cabins, measurements, and safety information.
Illustration of the Blue Puttees vessel

Project Timeline: Joining Our Fleet

Birds eye view of a shipyard

2004

Began construction at Baltijsky Zavod Shipyard, Russia

Birds eye view of a small shipyard

2006

Assembly finished at Fosen Mekaniske Verksteder (Fosen Yards), Rissa, Norway

Stena Trader vessel at sea

2007-2009

Operated as Stena Trader in the Netherlands and United Kingdom

Scaffolding built on outside of vessel

2009-2010

Major conversion and refit which included the addition of a third bow thruster, new passenger areas, and shortening the vessel by 12m

Blue Puttees on the water

2010

Leased by Marine Atlantic

March 2011

Vessel entered passenger service

Marine Atlantic Logo Mark

May 2015

Purchased from Stena

Blue Puttee