Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Sporades-Star

On the morning of August 23, 2023, the ferry "Sporades Star," which operates on the Syros-Serifos-Sifnos-Kimolos-Milos route, ran aground on a reef just off Azolimnos with 90 passengers aboard. The incident resulted in a leak, prompting the crew to safely navigate the vessel back to Syros. Diving experts have arrived at the site to assess the damage inflicted on the ship. Fortunately, the passengers—primarily tourists—were offered alternative transportation to Milos via Santorini aboard the speedboat "World Champion Jet." For further details, visit the report with accompanying photos: https://www.protothema.gr/greece/article/1404819/se-ufalo-prosekrouse-to-sporades-star-epestrepse-me-asfaleia-sti-suro/

On the morning of July 22, 2022, the vessel 'Sporades Star' faced an anchor-related issue shortly after departing from Volos. Losing its port side anchor did not deter the ship from continuing its planned journey to Skiathos, where it carried 172 passengers. Upon arrival at Skiathos, an inspector from the Local Ship Inspection Unit conducted a thorough check of the starboard anchor's functionality. Following the inspection, the vessel was granted a temporary class certificate of seaworthiness, ensuring its compliance with maritime safety standards.

On the morning of July 12, the Master of the 'Sporades Star' reported an engine malfunction to the Port Authority of Volos. The ferry, which was set to embark on its usual route to the Sporades islands, experienced issues with its starboard side main engine, rendering it unable to depart. In response, the Central Port Authority of Volos has mandated that the ferry remains docked until necessary repairs are completed and a maintenance certification is presented by the approved classification society. This incident highlights the importance of vessel safety protocols and the thorough inspections required for continued operations.