Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Benchijigua-Express

Last week, a shocking incident occurred on the 'Benchijigua Express' ferry, as a vehicle careened off the vessel into the ocean during its route from San Sebastián de La Gomera to Los Cristianos in southern Tenerife. The ferry operator is currently conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Preliminary reports suggest that the vehicle was ostensibly secured in the front row in compliance with the established stowage protocols; however, the exact cause of how it became dislodged remains unclear. Authorities are working diligently to uncover the facts behind this unusual maritime occurrence.

The 'Benchijigua Express' experienced significant propulsion issues that caused travel delays on its well-traveled La Gomera-Los Cristianos-La Palma route. Passengers endured a turbulent journey, with the ferry's scheduled arrival pushed to nearly midnight on October 19, 2018, much to the frustration of both travelers and crew members. In response to the engine troubles, technicians from the manufacturer of the MTU engines were dispatched from Germany to assist Fred. Olsen Express in diagnosing and rectifying the propulsion system malfunction. The vessel was operating at reduced speeds, achieving only 24 to 26 knots—substantially lower than its typical speed of 34 knots—prior to the intervention.