Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Al-Andalus-Express

The pilot initiative aimed at transporting waste from Ibiza to the Son Reus incineration facility in Mallorca has hit another roadblock, primarily due to transport issues. Luis Gascón, the maritime captain overseeing operations in Ibiza and Formentera, has confirmed that the ferry 'Al Andalus Express' has been detained for safety concerns at the Es Botafoc dock in Ibiza. The ferry was slated to commence its journey on July 15, 2026, at 6 p.m., heading to Palma's port, where it was expected to dock by midnight. This development adds to the challenges faced in managing waste logistics between the islands.

The 'Al Andalus Express' has been taken out of service indefinitely in Algeciras since May 14, 2026, due to significant propulsion issues related to crankshaft failures. Initially, the ferry encountered a malfunction in the port side main engine, which was shortly followed by a similar problem in the starboard engine, further complicating the situation. This unforeseen setback comes as the Armas Trasmediterránea Group works to fulfill a freight agreement with DFDS aimed at bolstering operations on the Algeciras-Tangier Med route. As of May 28, the ferry remained anchored, awaiting repairs and a potential return to service.

A major milestone has been reached in the sale of assets belonging to the defunct cross-Channel ferry operator SeaFrance, with the deadline for sealed bids set for May 4, 2012. The affected vessels include the 'Nord Pas de Calais' (formerly known as 'Seafrance NPC'), 'Seafrance Rodin', and 'Seafrance Berlioz', which together bear an estimated value of up to €150 million. According to sources close to the bidding process, a bankruptcy judge is expected to announce his decision by mid-next month. Should a bid be accepted, the transfer of ownership for the ships could potentially be finalized by the beginning of June. Last month, it was reported that major industry players such as Eurotunnel, P&O, and DFDS had planned additional inspections of the vessels as part of the bidding preparations.