The Andela: Crew Feedback and Vessel Data

On November 12, 2019, the ferry 'Fløyfjell' encountered a water ingress situation while operating near Tromsø, Norway. At approximately 4:42 PM, the crew promptly alerted the National Rescue Center Northern Norway, reporting water entering the engine room. In response, they initiated the pump system and turned off the engine to manage the inflow. Once the crew gained control of the situation, the ferry, carrying 220 passengers, proceeded back to Tromsø under engine power but was escorted by an NSSR lifeboat for added safety. The vessel successfully docked at the speedboat terminal, where passengers were disembarked without incident. For further details, you can access the Norwegian report with accompanying photos: [HT.no](https://www.ht.no/incoming/2019/11/12/Hurtigb%C3%A5t-tok-inn-vann-%E2%80%93-Situasjonen-er-under-kontroll-20380830.ece).

On the evening of March 22, 2018, the ferry 'Fløyfjell' encountered a significant setback as it collided with an ice flow while on its route to Harstad. The incident occurred in Gisundet, located north of Finnsnes, leading to hull damage that prompted immediate action. Passengers aboard were required to disembark in Finnsnes, as the ferry company quickly initiated efforts to establish an alternate passage to Harstad. By 11 p.m. the same evening, provisions were made for 35 passengers who were transported by taxi, while five individuals were accommodated in Finnsnes and scheduled to continue their journey to Harstad the following morning, March 23. Subsequently, 'Fløyfjell' was dispatched to a repair yard in Harstad that night for a thorough damage assessment and to formulate a plan for necessary repairs. In the interim, a bus service was put in place to facilitate transport from Harstad to Tromsø.

On June 29, 2017, the speed ferry 'Fløyfjell', which operates between Tromsø and Harstad, encountered technical difficulties due to an obstruction in its propeller. The vessel departed from Finnsnes at 8:20 a.m., but by 10:20 a.m., it was sidelined in Engenes for necessary repairs. Divers were dispatched to clear the obstruction and restore the ferry's propulsion system. Meanwhile, another boat was arranged to transport the passengers stuck on board. Efforts were made to ensure the 'Fløyfjell' would be back in service by noon. If not, a replacement vessel would be summoned from Harstad to assist. For more details, visit the Norwegian report with included photographs: https://www.nordlys.no/hurtigbat/forsinkelser/troms/hurtigbat-i-trobbel-ma-ha-hjelp-fra-dykkere/s/5-34-660952.