Kvam
IMO: 7604398
Passenger Ro Ro Cargo Ship, Norway
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Vessel Details
MMSI
257296400
Callsign
LFCR
Width
12.0 m
Length
64.0 m
Reviews (1)
Kevin
2024-09-21
Position: Able Seaman
Advantages:
Looking for information about this vessel. Any thoughts on this vessel? Was the pay decent?
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No personal experience yet, just gathering info.
Latest News (3)
Ferry pulled back to quay after engine breakdown
On June 9, 2017, the "Kvam", serving the route Larsnes - Åram - Voksa - Kvamsøya, suffered engine damage near Kvamsøya. People at Hakallestranda heard two loud bangs after the ferry departed around 10.30 a.m. with 10 passengers on board. The ship drifted off the shore. The ambulance boat "Ambu" came to assist and pulled the ferry to Kvamsøya around 11 a.m. A reserve ferry was to be inserted but had to be called off from the Skjeltene - Lepsøy - Haramsøy route and was expected four hours later. The "Kvam" was to be towed to a yard for checks. Norwegian reports with photos: http://www.synste.no/artikkel/motorhavari-naer-kvamsoeya http://www.smp.no/nyheter/2017/06/09/Her-stoppa-ferja-midtfjords-14847254.ece
Ferry back to service after repairs
On Jan 8, 2015, at 10.45 p.m. the "Kvam" was back in normal operation with a saling from Larsnes after the ferry was sidelined due to technical problemsand had to be replaced by the "Solskel" while repairs were carried out in a yard. Ambulance boats were also carrying passengers in the meantime.
Ferry ran into quay at Voksa
The "Kvam" allided with the pier at Voksa in Sande on MAr 29, 2013, at 10 p.m. The Ferry suffered significant damage to the trapdoor. No one was injured. There were six cars and about ten passengers on board. The "Kvam" was allowed to proceed to Kvamsøya with the remaining passengers. Cars could leave the ship only on the undamaged end. The "Strandebarm" was inserted on the service on Mar 30. The cause of the accident was said to be a technical failure. Report with photos and video: http://www.smp.no/nyheter/soere/article7323467.ece
Frequently Asked Questions
🤕 Were there any injuries or accidents on Kvam?
Based on available news reports, Kvam 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.
🛠️ Did Kvam experience any breakdowns or mechanical failures?
Based on available news reports, Kvam has been mentioned in connection with breakdown-related incidents. There have been 2 news reports mentioning breakdowns. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
⚙️ Did Kvam have any engine problems?
Based on available news reports, Kvam has been mentioned in connection with engine-related incidents. There have been 3 news reports mentioning engine problems. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
💥 Was Kvam involved in any collisions?
Based on available news reports, Kvam has been mentioned in connection with collision-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning collisions. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.