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Ben-my-Chree

Ben-my-Chree

Ben My Chree
Photo: iomtoday.co.im

On February 12, the 117 meter long, 4168 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Ben-my-Chree allided with a pier at Douglas Harbour, Isle of Man. The Ben-my-Chree had departed from Wirral for Douglas and Heysham. As the ferry arrived in Douglas, strong winds caused the vessel to veer and strike the King Edward Pier.

The Ben-my-Chree and the pier sustained damaged, but there were no reports of injuries to passengers or crew. Reports state the Ben-my-Chree cancelled its voyage to Heysham and multiple vessels was en route to resume freight and passenger service the following day.

St Faith

St Faith

St Faith
Photo: portsmouth.co.uk

On January 19, the 77 meter long,  574 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry St Faith caught fire was sailing between Portsmouth to Fishbourne on the Isle of Wight with 52 passengers and 13 crew.  While in the middle of the Solent, a fire broke out on deck near the bridge. The fire was quickly extinguished by the crew while passengers were escorted safely to the lounge.

The St Faith was able to proceed under her own power to Fishbourne where fire fighters were waiting.  No injuries reported.

Reports state the fire may have started in an air conditioning unit. The ferry was taken out of service and  later returned to Portsmouth.  Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.