It's been anything but smooth sailing for the Hawaii Superferry, now idle and stuck at Pier 19 in Honolulu because of protests and legal challenges.
Protesters and legal issues force the interisland vessel to scuttle voyages for the time being
The interisland ferry canceled scheduled service indefinitely yesterday, pending a court decision on Maui this afternoon and the resolution of safety concerns caused by a blockade of Nawiliwili Harbor by protesters on surfboards and canoes.
Stranded passengers are being reimbursed for hotel costs, cab fare and airfare back to their home island.
Protesters are concerned about the impact of the Superferry on the neighbor island traffic and the environment. They also object to the possible use of the Superferry by the military.
John Garibaldi, Superferry's president and chief executive, said operations will not resume until safety is assured by the Coast Guard.
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