Galicia Vessel Reviews and Specifications

In a significant development, a vessel has been sold to breakers on November 8, 2021. This decision marks the end of its operational journey, as it heads to the scrapyard for dismantling. The marine industry often sees such transactions as part of the lifecycle of ships, ensuring that outdated or underperforming vessels are responsibly decommissioned.

On the evening of October 29, 2019, the ferry 'Galicia' experienced a significant fire in its auxiliary engine, leading to a temporary blackout while navigating the Rio Vigo estuary as it approached the port. The vessel was en route from Zeebrugge when the incident occurred, approximately 700 meters from the Barra-Liméns mussel estate. Fortunately, two nearby tugs responded swiftly, managing to take the ship in tow and safely guide it to port, where it was securely docked at 9:20 p.m.

On May 13, 2019, an unexpected incident occurred aboard the ferry 'Galicia' as it was en route from Vigo to Tangier. A stowaway was discovered lurking in the aft section of the vessel, having successfully concealed himself throughout the journey from Dakar to the picturesque Cies Islands. His presence went unnoticed until the mooring maneuver began at the Cies Islands, presenting him with an opportunity to escape. Seizing the moment as the ferry dropped anchor, the stowaway jumped overboard, plunging into the ocean. Fortunately, a quick response from a Civil Guard patrol ensured his rescue from the water, highlighting the swift action of maritime authorities in such unexpected situations.