Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Rauma

On October 18, 2019, significant technical difficulties impacted ferry operations on the Halsafjord. The disruptions occurred from 5:10 p.m. to 7:40 p.m., affecting transportation for passengers and vehicles. The primary ferry, the 'Rauma', capable of carrying 73 cars, was temporarily substituted by the smaller 35-car ferry known as the 'Sunnfjord'. This switch led to a considerable decrease in capacity, causing inconvenience for those relying on the service.

On December 9, 2016, the ferry 'Rauma' experienced unexpected technical difficulties while traversing the Halsa-Kanestraum route, resulting in a temporary reduction of service to just two ferries. The operator, Fjord1, announced in the afternoon that a replacement vessel was on its way, expected to arrive by 4 p.m. However, operational troubles persisted into the evening, causing further disruptions. By December 10, services were cut down to a single ferry, although the typical operation involves two vessels to manage the route efficiently. Thankfully, by 1 p.m. on the same day, the technical issues had been resolved, restoring full service for passengers.

On April 17, 2012, the ferry 'Rauma', which operates the Halsa to Kanestraum route, was forced to suspend operations due to technical difficulties. The vessel was docked at Kanestraum, awaiting necessary repairs by technicians dispatched from Sunnmøre. The 'Rauma', capable of transporting 87 vehicles, was temporarily replaced by the smaller 'Tingvoll'. This alternative ferry, sent from Talgsjøen to the Halsa Fjord, has a much lower capacity, accommodating only 35 cars, leading to potential delays for passengers and freight alike.