Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Dp-World-Express

On March 17, 2022, P&O Ferries made a drastic decision to recall its entire fleet to port, resulting in the termination of 800 crew members. The move allegedly aims to replace these experienced staffers with less expensive agency workers. Currently, the P&O fleet status is as follows, with all vessels out of service: - Pride of Kent / Canterbury: Docked in Dover - Spirit of Britain: Docked in Dover - Spirit of France: Located in Schiedam for refit - Pride of Hull: Docked in Hull - Pride of Rotterdam: Docked in Rotterdam - European Highlander: Located in Cairnryan - European Causeway: Docked in Larne - Norbay: Docked in Liverpool - Norbank: Docked in Liverpool As the situation unfolds, it remains uncertain whether the crew changes will also impact Dutch vessels in the P&O fleet. Replacement crews are reportedly on standby in key ports including Dover, Cairnryan, and Larne.

On August 14, 2020, the ferry 'Norbank' found itself immobilized at Liverpool Docks after a crew member tested positive for COVID-19. After transporting passengers to Seaforth, the vessel was promptly taken out of service upon the confirmation of the infection. The crew member in question was isolated, enhancing the precautionary measures by preventing the ferry from departing to Dublin. In response to the situation, 'Norbank' was relocated to a lay-by berth, where health checks were conducted to ensure safety and compliance with health protocols. Meanwhile, the rest of the crew were also advised to self-isolate, receiving the necessary tests and accommodations during this period. As of August 18, the ferry remained docked, awaiting further developments.

In a significant legal development, the 'Norbank' was commanded to be arrested by a High Court judge upon its arrival at Dublin Port on the evening of April 22. The judicial order comes in the wake of a request for a warrant concerning an outstanding debt of €381,000 attributed to charter fees owed for another vessel. The claim was initiated by Seatruck Ferries Ltd, a maritime company headquartered at North Quay, Port of Heysham, Morecambe, Lancashire, UK. During court proceedings, counsel James Lawless BL represented Seatruck Ferries, explaining that the arrest warrant was pursued as security for a claim of €381,000 against P&O European Ferries (Irish Sea) Limited, the registered owner of the Norbank. This claim is rooted in a charter agreement for the vessel 'Clipper Pennant', leased to P&O European Ferries (Irish Sea) Ltd at a daily rental rate of €12,500 starting from November 2019 for a duration of one year.