在圭亚那的Essequibo河上启动了一个新的希腊建造的渡轮,以加强区域联系和主权主张。 A new Greek-built ferry launched on Guyana’s Essequibo River to strengthen regional ties and sovereignty claims.

2025年12月19日,在Essequibo河上开始作业,取代了Parika-Supenaam路线上旧的ARIS IV号船。 A US$5 million Greek-made ferry, now named MV Konawaruk 1899, began operations on the Essequibo River on December 19, 2025, replacing the older ARIS IV on the Parika-Supenaam route. 该船的任务是加强区域连通性,支持圭亚那对该地区的主权主张,该船具有现代设施,为提高效率设计了双层设计。 Commissioned to boost regional connectivity and support Guyana’s sovereignty claim over the area, the vessel features modern amenities and double-ended design for efficiency. 尽管在少女航行期间,船首门最初出现问题,但自那时起,它运输了数千名乘客和车辆。 Despite initial issues with its bow door during the maiden voyage, it has since transported thousands of passengers and vehicles. 该渡轮是政府实现轮渡服务现代化、改善基础设施和加强贸易的更广泛计划的一部分,预计乔治敦-西北路线将有第二艘类似船舶。 The ferry is part of a broader government plan to modernize ferry services, improve infrastructure, and enhance trade, with a second similar vessel expected for the Georgetown-North West route.