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IMO: 9244960
Passenger Ro Ro Cargo Ship, United Kingdom
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Vessel Details
MMSI
235448000
Callsign
VSTY6
Width
20.0 m
Length
125.0 m
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2024-12-31
Position: Welder
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Latest News (3)
Ferry Hrossey Diverts to Assist Capsized Catamaran off Aberdeenshire Coast
On July 17, 2021, the ferry 'Hrossey' made a rapid diversion to aid in a rescue mission after a catamaran overturned near Cruden Bay on the Aberdeenshire coast. The incident involved two individuals aboard the vessel. The Hrossey deployed a fast rescue craft that successfully retrieved one person from the water, while a nearby local fishing boat assisted in rescuing the second individual. Both victims were subsequently brought ashore by the Peterhead lifeboat, ensuring their safe return. For further details, watch the report here: https://www.bbc.com/news/av/uk-scotland-57890540.
Hrossey Ferry Faced Propeller Issues Leading to Scrabster Diversion
On the morning of May 4, 2021, the ferry 'Hrossey' encountered difficulties with a fouled propeller while making its way to Aberdeen. The adverse weather conditions during this time added to the challenges faced in reaching the harbor. To ensure safety, the vessel was redirected to Scrabster, where it docked at 8:15 p.m. Following the incident, divers were called to assist with the propeller issue. The 'Hrossey' successfully departed from Scrabster on May 5 at 8:30 a.m., setting its course for Lerwick with an estimated time of arrival at 4:30 p.m.
Emergency Helicopter Evacuation in Lerwick: 'Hrossey' Passenger Transported to Hospital
On the evening of May 1, 2021, an urgent medical situation unfolded aboard the ferry 'Hrossey' shortly after its departure from Lerwick heading to Aberdeen. At approximately 9 p.m., the HM Coastguard was alerted to the need for assistance due to a passenger's sudden illness. As a result, the 'Hrossey' made the decision to return to the Holmsgarth ferry terminal in Lerwick. Emergency services swiftly transferred the affected individual from the ferry to the Gilbert Bain Hospital for immediate care. Following this incident, the 'Hrossey' continued its journey and successfully arrived in Aberdeen the following morning, May 2.
Frequently Asked Questions
π Did Hrossey sink or have any sinking incidents?
Based on available news reports, Hrossey has been mentioned in connection with sinking-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning sinking incidents. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
π€ Were there any injuries or accidents on Hrossey?
Based on available news reports, Hrossey has been mentioned in connection with injury-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning injury incidents. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
π§βπ Was Hrossey involved in any migrant rescue operations?
Based on available news reports, Hrossey has been mentioned in connection with migrant-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning migrant operations. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.