Venus-I Vessel Reviews and Specifications

On September 21, 2023, the Port Authority of Argosaronicos received notification from the Master of the ferry 'Flying Dolphin Venus 1' regarding a mechanical fault. After safely docking at the bustling port of Piraeus, the vessel encountered issues with its port side axle. Scheduled to continue its journey to the picturesque islands of Aegina and Agistrio, the ferry was carrying 56 passengers at the time. The Port Authority took immediate action, prohibiting the ship from departing until repairs were completed and a class maintenance certificate was provided by the overseeing classification society. In the meantime, the affected passengers were promptly assisted by the ferry company and transported to their intended destinations.

On September 14, a critical incident was reported by the Master of the hydrofoil 'Venus 1' while it was en route from Agistrio to Aegina. During the journey, a significant noise emerged from the port side bow area, prompting immediate action. Safely arriving at the Port of Aegina, the vessel was promptly inspected by the local Port Authority. As a precautionary measure, they prohibited any further sailing until repairs were carried out and a maintenance certificate was issued by the overseeing classifier. Once the necessary assessments and repairs were completed, 'Venus 1' was allowed a restricted voyage without passengers or cargo, heading to its repair base in Perama. The 41 passengers initially en route to Piraeus were assisted by the vessel's operating company with alternative arrangements. This proactive response underscores maritime safety measures that prioritize passenger wellbeing and ship integrity.

On the evening of September 11, 2023, the Port Authority of Perama received a notification from the Master of the 'Flying Dolphin Venus I'. The vessel, which had recently undergone maintenance, encountered an issue with its port side main engine while en route from Perama to Agistri. This malfunction occurred just before the scheduled departure for subsequent routes to the ports of Aegina and Piraeus. In response to this situation, the Perama Port Department of the Central Port Authority of Piraeus has officially barred the ship from sailing until all repairs are completed. The passengers affected by this unforeseen technical failure were promptly informed by the owning company of the 'Flying Dolphin Venus I'.