Florencia
IMO: 9287584
Passenger Ro Ro Cargo Ship, Italy
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Vessel Details
MMSI
247105900
Callsign
IBPD
Width
26.0 m
Length
186.0 m
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John
2024-10-10
Position: Engine Officer
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Latest News (3)
Crew member injured in fall on board
The Port Authority of Igoumenitsa was informed in the evening of June 15, 2022, about the injury of a crew member in the night, during the mooring process of the 'Florencia' in the port of Igoumenitsa. The man lost his balance on the ramp of the ship and fell. As a result he was injured at the back of the head and transported by ambulance to the emergency department of Igoumenitsa in order to receive first aid and then returned to his normal duties. A preliminary investigation was carried out by the Central Port Authority of Igoumenitsa.
Engine failure off Ingoumenitsa
In the morning of Dec 8, 2019, the 'Florencia' suffered a damage to the starboard side main engine while operating a scheduled itinerary from Brindisi to Igoumenitsa and Patras. The ferry with 241 passengers, 53 crew members, 45 trucks and 121 vehicles salied at a reduced speed but unassisted to the port of Igoumenitsa, where it was safely berthed at 6.40 a.m. The Central Port Authority of Igoumenitsa banned the ferry from sailing. The 'Florencia' left the port of Igoumenitsa again at 11.45 p.m. after the damage has been repared and a certificate of seaworthiness was presented by the monitoring classification society. The ferry headed to Brindisi with an ETA as of Dec 9, 9.50 a.m.
Engine damage off Patras
On July 14, 2019, the Port Authority of Patras was informed by the captain of the "Florencia", which was operating a scheduled service from the port of Igoumenitsa to the port of Patras with 155 passengers and 99 vehicles on board, about a mechanical damage to one of its two main engines without requesting assistance. At a reduced speed the ferry proceeded to the port of Patras assisted by the "Proteas" and safely berthed at 7 p.m. All passengers were dropped off. The port authority carried out a preliminary investigation and detained the ship until damage has been repaired and a class maintenance certificate has been presented by the classification society. The ferry left the port again on July 15 at 1 a.m.
Frequently Asked Questions
🤕 Were there any injuries or accidents on Florencia?
Based on available news reports, Florencia has been mentioned in connection with injury-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning injury incidents. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
🚫 Are there any sanctions against Florencia?
Based on available news reports, Florencia has been mentioned in connection with sanction-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning sanctions. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
🛠️ Did Florencia experience any breakdowns or mechanical failures?
Based on available news reports, Florencia has been mentioned in connection with breakdown-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning breakdowns. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
⚙️ Did Florencia have any engine problems?
Based on available news reports, Florencia has been mentioned in connection with engine-related incidents. There have been 2 news reports mentioning engine problems. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
🚓 Was Florencia detained or arrested?
Based on available news reports, Florencia has been mentioned in connection with detention-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning detentions. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.