His Excellency, Dr Irfaan Ali brokered a deal with the speedboat operators who work the Georgetown-to-Vreed-en-Hoop route to have their fare remain at $100 per person. 
The decision was made after the Head of State met with members of the Demerara River Speed Boat Association at the National Track and Field Centre in Leonora, West Coast Demerara on Sunday evening.
The President committed to helping improve the service of the speedboat operators and the landing area while continuously aiding their growth.
Lallbachan Babulal, Vice President of the Demerara River Speed Boat Association, expressed satisfaction with the meeting, and said members were looking forward to working with the President to improve the service.
