Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Prinsesse-Isabella

The anticipated return of the ferry 'Prinsesse Isabella' has been postponed following the discovery of significant defects during a scheduled inspection at the Orskov Yard in Frederikshavn, which began on February 2, 2025. Initially set to resume operations on February 3, the ferry’s return is now uncertain, with the earliest possible date being February 10. During its routine inspection, which is part of the ferry’s 10-year service and class approval, inspectors uncovered issues related to the bearings in the hinges of the vessel's two front sections. As a result, the ferry cannot be put back into service until these bearings are replaced, which is a complex undertaking requiring the removal of visors at both ends using mobile cranes to gain proper access. Adding to the challenge, custom-made replacement bearings must be ordered from a specific supplier, extending the timeframe needed to find the necessary spare parts. In light of this delay, the shipping company has taken measures to extend the crew of the 'Ane Læsø', which has been temporarily operating in place of the 'Prinsesse Isabella'. As a consequence, all tickets for the 'Isabella' for the upcoming week will be cancelled and refunded, affecting numerous travelers who were looking forward to sailing on the ferry.

On January 2, 2024, the ferry 'Prinsesse Isabella', which operates on the Sælvig-Hou route, experienced unexpected technical issues while navigating towards Hou. Following a safe docking, it became necessary to halt all scheduled sailings until further notice. Technicians from Copenhagen are en route to address the situation. Passengers should note that all departures leading up to 3:45 p.m. have been canceled, with affected bookings automatically refunded to ensure customer convenience. Updates will be provided as the situation develops.

On August 20, the ferry 'Prinsesse Isabella' originating from Samsø was set to depart at 8:15 a.m., but the journey was interrupted after a hydraulic hose leak was discovered. In response to the issue, a technician was summoned to handle the necessary repairs. Once the issues were addressed, the ferry departed Samsø powered by all four engines, making its way to Hou with an updated arrival time of 10:30 a.m. Subsequently, the originally scheduled departure for 10:45 a.m. was postponed to 11:20 a.m. Throughout the day, efforts were made to minimize delays, and by 4:10 p.m., Samsø Rederi confirmed that the ferry had returned to its regular schedule, restoring efficient operations for travelers.