Steamship Authority

Steamship Authority, formally the Woods Hole, Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket Steamship Authority, is the public lifeline ferry service for the islands of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. Operating from terminals in Woods Hole and Hyannis, Massachusetts, the authority runs large vehicle and passenger ferries year-round to support island residents, freight delivery, and tourism. Through reliable schedules and safety protocols, Steamship Authority maintains essential maritime connections to the Massachusetts islands.