Malangen Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

On July 15, 2025, at 10:12 a.m., the ferry "Malangen," which operates the Igerøy-Tjøtta route, was halted from service indefinitely due to technical difficulties. The Nordland County Council has confirmed the interruption, leaving passengers seeking alternative transportation options until further notice.

On October 10, 2017, at approximately 10:30 a.m., a serious workplace accident involving a lifeboat occurred aboard the Torghatten Nord-operated ferry 'Malangen.' The incident took place during a routine exercise when a lifeboat became dislodged and fell several meters. A crew member sustained significant back pain and was promptly airlifted to a hospital for medical attention. Authorities, including the Labor Inspectorate and the Norwegian Maritime Directorate, have been alerted to the incident. Following the accident, the 'Malangen' was docked at Hansnes port for a thorough investigation, resulting in the cancellation of one scheduled departure that afternoon. To maintain service, the 'Vensøy' (IMO: 9588782) was brought in as a substitute to operate on the Hansnes - Karsøy - Vannøy route.

On the evening of February 11, 2015, the ferry service connecting Hansnes, Karlsøy, and Vannøy faced a significant interruption due to an incident involving the vessel 'Malangen'. The ferry collided with the quay at Vannøy, resulting in a substantial bow damage measuring approximately 40 centimeters. To address this, repairs will be carried out at a shipyard located in Tromsø. The accident occurred during challenging weather conditions, characterized by strong winds reaching speeds of up to 38 meters per second. In response to the disruption, a replacement ferry, the 'Vengsøy', was slated to take over the service. However, due to the adverse weather, it remained uncertain whether 'Vengsøy' could safely operate on the route. While the situation persists, the ambulance boat 'Håkon Hoel' is positioned to offer assistance as needed, provided that conditions allow for safe navigation. The community awaits updates on the service resumption as efforts continue to manage the impact of this incident.