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    Lansing’s riverboat Michigan Princess out of service for weeks after damage

    Idris Bevan Posted on

    LANSING — The riverboat Michigan Princess will be out of service this month and next for necessary repairs, officials said Tuesday, four days after an airbag problem developed and more than a month after a diesel fuel leak into the Grand River.

    “During scheduled maintenance, an unexpected equipment malfunction occurred while returning the vessel to the water,” they said in a press release. They added that at around 4 a.m. on Friday, August 16, “an issue with an airbag occurred, resulting in damage to the boat.”

    “We understand the inconvenience this may cause to our guests and are working hard to resolve the situation as quickly as possible.”

    On July 10, the riverboat developed a diesel leak. Officials were not immediately sure how much fuel was leaking, and the cause was not yet known at that time.

    A layer of oil extended about 600 feet downstream, and Lansing firefighters placed an oil boom, a floating barrier with an absorbent effect, in the river around the boat and downstream, Michigan EGLE spokeswoman Jill Josef Greenberg said at the time.

    With cruises canceled for the coming weeks, the company said it will contact those with tickets or scheduled dates for events. Company management is working closely with city parks staff and the state Department of Natural Resources.

    “It is truly unfortunate that this has happened,” Captain Chris Chamberlain said in a statement. “My family and our dedicated staff are extremely proud to captain the Michigan Princess and I know how much she means to everyone who has cruised with us this season.”

    “We have brought in an expert to oversee the repairs to ensure everything is to the highest standards. I can’t wait to get her back on the water and welcome everyone back on board as soon as possible.”

    For more information, visit Michigan Princess’ social media accounts.

    Contact editor Susan Vela at [email protected] or 248-873-7044. Follow her on Twitter @susanvela.

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