Discover the Sleipner-fur: Ratings & Maritime News

On June 17, 2011, a significant incident unfolded involving the 56-year-old captain of the Fursund ferry 'Sleipner-Fur' in Skive, Denmark. Local authorities took decisive action when the captain was reported for operating the ferry while intoxicated. A local police patrol swiftly responded to the tip-off and conducted a breathalyzer test on the captain, revealing a blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) exceeding the legal limit of 0.5. Following initial testing, the captain was taken for a blood sample, after which he was released. Villy Svinth, Ticket Manager at Fursund Ferry, addressed the situation, stating, "We have a clear policy that prohibits alcohol consumption during work hours; however, we await the outcome of the blood test before determining further action." As a precaution, the captain has been suspended from duty while Mid and West Jutland Police are also holding off on any measures until the results of the blood sample are available in a few weeks. This incident highlights the critical importance of safety protocols within the maritime industry.