Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Ibiscus

On April 5, 2016, the 'Sierra Queen,' operated by the Westminster Group, suffered significant damage while navigating between terminals in Sierra Leone. The incident occurred when the ferry struck an unmarked underwater obstruction, prompting immediate inspections while the vessel was docked. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding this maritime mishap to enhance navigational safety in the region.

On April 12, 2013, at 11:30 a.m., authorities in Haugesund sprang into action when a fire broke out aboard the 'Maan Dolphin,' a speed ferry en route from Bergen to Stavanger. The local fire department and police were alerted to the situation at Garpaskjærs Quayin, where the vessel was docking. Notably, the lifeboat 'Bergen Kreds' also responded to the emergency. At the time of the incident, there were approximately 40 passengers and five crew members onboard. The blaze originated in the engine room but was quickly extinguished, and, fortunately, there were no injuries reported among those aboard. Following the incident, passengers had to be transported by bus to continue their journey, while the ferry was held in Haugesund for further investigation. For more details and photos, you can check the Norwegian report here: http://www.h-avis.no/nyheter/roykutvikling-pa-hurtigbat-1.7843872.

On January 18, 2012, the ferry 'Maan Dolphin' collided with the ferry pier at Hufthamar, resulting in notable damage to the vessel's bow. Following the incident, the ferry was swiftly taken out of service to accommodate the incoming ferry from Krokeide. Fortunately, no passengers sustained injuries during the incident. In the aftermath, all passengers were promptly transferred to the speed ferry 'Tedno', which continued to transport them to Flesland and Bergen. The cause of the collision is currently under investigation by the Maritime Directorate, which has been notified of the accident. For more details, a Norwegian report with accompanying photographs can be found at [BT.no](http://www.bt.no/incoming/Hurtigbat-krasjet-i-kaien-2642288.html).