Excursion Vessels
Belle of Louisville
Kentucky
- Owned by Louisville Metro Government
- Oldest operating steamboat in the nation
- National Historic Landmark
- Increased sales 60% in a two year period
- Cut annual losses in two years from $1.12 million to $231,000
HMS significantly improved the vessel’s performance and appearance, increased profits, developed a new marketing and food and beverage program, upgraded the accounting and financial reporting system, and created an automated reservation system.
Steamer Columbia
Michigan
- Oldest passenger steamer in the United States
- Steamer Columbia is part of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy
- Listed on the National Historic Registry
- HMS provided expertise in restoration and revitalization of steamer
The Steamer Columbia was built in 1902 and had the longest running service between Detroit and Boblo Island, in U.S. maritime history. HMS is under contract to evaluate the business model, manage reservations, and provide operational expertise.
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