Herjolfur-Iii Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

On April 28, 2016, the Herjólfur ferry was swiftly evacuated following a bomb threat that disrupted its journey between the mainland and Vestmannaeyjar. The incident unfolded when a foreign student aboard the ferry received a threatening SMS while en route. Alarmed, the student promptly reported the alarming text to a teacher, who then notified the crew about the potential danger. Immediate action was taken as the ferry docked on Heimaey island, where local police evacuated all passengers and crew members efficiently. Authorities treated the vessel as a crime scene, cordoning it off while a thorough search was conducted. Fortunately, after extensive investigation, no suspicious items were found aboard the ferry. The Herjólfur was subsequently returned to its operator, Eimskip, allowing it to resume its normal schedule. Law enforcement officials speculated that the message might have been a prank, possibly transmitted through the onboard Wi-Fi network by a previous user. This type of hoax has become increasingly common in Iceland, highlighting ongoing concerns associated with onboard wireless internet systems.