What Crew Members Say About Moby-Kisso

The 'Moby Kiss', a ferry operated by the Italian company Moby Lines, has been docked at the Bastia port since May 13, 2026, following a technical inspection by maritime safety authorities that revealed several deficiencies. As of May 18, the vessel remains immobilized and is not cleared for its usual operations between Bastia and Livorno due to critical issues, including a pump failure. Just after kicking off its seasonal service connecting Corsica and Tuscany, the ferry arrived in Bastia on May 12 after a voyage from Livorno for its routine pre-commercial operation safety check. The Ship Safety Center conducted an inspection that mandated multiple technical repairs before the ferry can resume service, particularly the fixing of a malfunctioning pump. These repairs are projected to take several days, pending validation from oversight entities, including the Italian firm RINA and the French Ship Safety Center. To maintain continuity of service during this downtime, Moby Lines has swiftly arranged for the charter of the 'Moby Aki' to ensure that crossings between Bastia and Livorno continue unimpeded.

On April 11, 2024, the ferry Moby Kiss experienced an engine malfunction while navigating towards the docks at Piombino. This issue led to a collision with the metal passenger access ladder situated on the pier, causing significant damage to the structure. Following the incident, the Moby Kiss was docked for the remainder of the day and successfully resumed its operations on May 12. For more details, you can watch the incident footage here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhYMGtipahU

Moby is set to expand its ferry connections to the beautiful island of Corsica in 2018, enhancing travel options from key Italian ports. The company will provide increased services from Nice, Genoa, and Livorno, utilizing its well-known vessels, the Moby Kiss and Moby Niki. This strategic move aims to boost tourism and facilitate easier access to Corsica's stunning landscapes and vibrant culture.