Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Ionis

On March 25, 2025, the Ionis ferry faced a significant setback due to a mechanical failure involving its port side main engine. The incident unfolded early in the morning as the vessel was preparing for its intended route to Kea, carrying a total of 167 passengers, 22 crew members, and a diverse cargo consisting of 42 cars, 14 trucks, and 2 two-wheeled vehicles. The Port Authority of Lavrio was promptly alerted by the ferry's Captain regarding the malfunction. In light of the situation, the Central Port Authority of Lavrio launched an immediate preliminary investigation and subsequently halted the ship's planned departure. Following necessary repairs and the successful presentation of a seaworthiness certificate from the authorized classification society, the Ionis was eventually cleared to continue with its scheduled voyage.

On December 2, 2023, the Port Authority of Samothrace received reports regarding an allision involving the ferry 'Ionis' during its berthing procedure. The incident occurred as the vessel approached the dock, resulting in damage to the ship's starboard bumper and a significant breach on the starboard stern measuring approximately 10 centimeters in length and 2 centimeters in width, situated about 2.5 meters above the waterline. The 'Ionis' was on a scheduled route from Alexandroupoli and was carrying 103 passengers, all of whom disembarked safely without any injuries. Additionally, there was no evidence of marine pollution following the accident. In response to the situation, the 1st Port Department of Samothraki, part of the Central Port Authority of Alexandroupoli, has mandated that the ferry remains docked until a seaworthiness certificate is provided by the respective monitoring classification society.

On the morning of October 16, 2024, the Port Authority of Lavrio received an alert regarding an incident involving the ferry 'Ionis'. The vessel reported damage to its port side main engine while making its routine journey from Kea to Lavrio. Despite the technical difficulties, the ferry managed to navigate under its own power into Lavrio's harbor, where it safely facilitated the disembarkation of 52 passengers, along with 11 cars, six trucks, one bicycle, and one bus. Following the incident, the Central Port Authority of Lavrio initiated a preliminary investigation and subsequently ordered a ban on the ferry's departure until the necessary repairs were completed and a maintenance certificate was issued by the relevant classification society.