Maritime Analysis
The Challenges Faced by the Ano-Hora-Ii: A Tale of Damage and Detention
By VesselRate AI Editor
Jun 25, 2026
The vessel Ano-Hora-Ii, a passenger ro/ro ferry, has encountered a series of incidents that have impacted its operational reliability and safety in the Mediterranean Sea. Most recently, the ferry was forced to halt operations due to significant damage to its propeller while en route from Corfu to Igoumenitsa. On September 14, 2022, the Master of the Ano-Hora-Ii informed the Igoumenitsa Port Authority of the damage. The vessel managed to safely reach Igoumenitsa and disembarked its 105 passengers. However, the Central Port Authority subsequently imposed a sailing ban until the necessary repairs were completed and a class maintenance certificate was issued by the overseeing classification society.
This incident was not the only challenge for the Ano-Hora-Ii in recent memory. Previously, on July 9, while preparing to depart Igoumenitsa for Corfu, the vessel sustained damage to its No.2 generator. This unfortunate event led to the ferry being detained at port for repairs, during which 181 passengers were transported to Corfu on the nearby ro/ro Kerkyra Express. Such technical failures highlight the ongoing maintenance challenges faced by aging vessels in the bustling ferry routes of the region.
Additionally, the Ano-Hora-Ii was involved in an allision incident with another ferry, the European Express, on January 18, 2018, while it was berthed at the port of Perama for repairs. The collision resulted in superficial damage to both vessels, prompting a swift response from local tugs and the Piraeus port authority, which initiated a preliminary investigation. Similar to the recent incidents, this situation required both vessels to remain in a state of detention until repair works were completed and safety surveys were conducted.
The history of challenges faced by the Ano-Hora-Ii underscores the importance of rigorous maintenance and operational safety standards within the passenger ferry industry, particularly in busy routes where reliability is paramount. The vessel's recent experiences reflect the complexities of managing maritime operations, highlighting the continual balance between safety, service efficiency, and the need for diligent oversight.
This incident was not the only challenge for the Ano-Hora-Ii in recent memory. Previously, on July 9, while preparing to depart Igoumenitsa for Corfu, the vessel sustained damage to its No.2 generator. This unfortunate event led to the ferry being detained at port for repairs, during which 181 passengers were transported to Corfu on the nearby ro/ro Kerkyra Express. Such technical failures highlight the ongoing maintenance challenges faced by aging vessels in the bustling ferry routes of the region.
Additionally, the Ano-Hora-Ii was involved in an allision incident with another ferry, the European Express, on January 18, 2018, while it was berthed at the port of Perama for repairs. The collision resulted in superficial damage to both vessels, prompting a swift response from local tugs and the Piraeus port authority, which initiated a preliminary investigation. Similar to the recent incidents, this situation required both vessels to remain in a state of detention until repair works were completed and safety surveys were conducted.
The history of challenges faced by the Ano-Hora-Ii underscores the importance of rigorous maintenance and operational safety standards within the passenger ferry industry, particularly in busy routes where reliability is paramount. The vessel's recent experiences reflect the complexities of managing maritime operations, highlighting the continual balance between safety, service efficiency, and the need for diligent oversight.
Based on these news reports:
- Propeller damage en route to Igoumenitsa (2022-09-15)
- Sustained damage its No.2 generator, vessel detained at Igoumenitsa (2019-07-11)
- Allision in Perama (2018-01-21)