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On October 26, 2025, the passenger ferry 'Cecilia Payne', operated by Balearia, encountered a mishap while attempting to dock at the port of Algeciras. The vessel, arriving from Ceuta, allided with the quay, resulting in noticeable damage to its hull. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries among the passengers onboard. In response to the incident, the Algeciras Bay Port Authority activated its safety protocols. Technical experts were promptly dispatched to evaluate the situation, ensuring that there was no risk of fuel leaks or any structural concerns that might jeopardize port safety. Balearia announced intentions to initiate an internal inquiry to investigate the circumstances surrounding the allision. In the meantime, passengers were initially kept onboard for safety precautions before being safely disembarked. Despite the incident, operations at the port of Algeciras remained unaffected. As of October 28, the 'Cecilia Payne' had been grounded pending the outcome of the investigation, with plans to charter another vessel to maintain service continuity.