 In 2006, "Queen of Surrey" underwent a $40 million mid-life upgrade iat the Washington Marine Group's Vancouver Drydock in North Vancouver.The project prepared the vessel for another 20 years of service with significant mechanical and safety improvements, as well as upgraded passenger amenities and the installation of new emergency evacuation equipment.Major work included steel replacement, electrical upgrades, and modernization of elevators, heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.