Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Betancuria-Express

Fred. Olsen Line has implemented a modified timetable for its operations between La Luz and Morro Jable, commencing on July 20 and continuing through August 11. This adjustment is necessary to facilitate crucial repairs on the 'Betancuria Express', specifically targeting one of its four main engines. The vessel has been facing operational challenges recently, marked by slight delays attributed to the engine's performance issues. After assessing the situation, the company decided to temporarily alter its schedule instead of waiting for a spare part, ensuring minimal disruption for passengers during this repair period.

On July 5, 2019, at 8 p.m., the ferry 'Batancuria Express' encountered a significant technical issue related to one of its waterjet turbines while navigating stormy weather conditions with wind gusts exceeding 30 knots. This incident occurred during its journey from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to Morro Jable on the island of Fuerteventura. Due to the malfunction and adverse winds, the vessel was unable to safely dock in Morro Jable on July 6, forcing it to turn back toward Gran Canaria with 430 passengers on board. Following necessary repairs, the ferry successfully completed the crossing later that day, ultimately docking at Morro Jable's pier. The ferry operators have committed to refunding tickets for the passengers impacted by this disruption.

In a significant development in the maritime industry, the fast ferry "Leonora Christina" has officially changed hands, now owned by a subsidiary of the renowned Norwegian shipping group Fred Olsen. The vessel was sold by Danske Færger and registered on December 14, 2016, with Ferry Gomera S.L.U at Subida El Mayorazgo No. 4C, 38110 Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Fred Olsen’s Spanish subsidiary, operating from Santa Cruz, is known for its extensive network, servicing five key routes throughout the stunning Canary Islands. The "Leonora Christina" is currently engaged in a bareboat charter and will continue to operate under this arrangement until the end of its contract for the popular Rønne-Ystad route, set to conclude on September 1, 2018.