Atlantic-Iii Vessel Reviews and Specifications

On October 6, 2023, the ferry 'Atlantic III' experienced a grounding incident while traveling from Colonia to Buenos Aires. The vessel ran aground on a sandbank at approximately 34° 29' 09'' S latitude and 57° 52' 10'' W longitude, located around 2.5 kilometers off the coast of Uruguay. This event occurred at 8:55 a.m. local time. In response to the situation, the crew promptly distributed life jackets to passengers and awaited assistance. The tugboat 'Alcion' arrived on the scene and successfully refloated the Atlantic III at 11:15 a.m. local time. Following its release, the ferry continued its journey to Buenos Aires, ultimately reaching its destination at 12:35 p.m. local time, which resulted in a delay of over two hours.