Ferry services are gradually being restored at the ports of Rafina and Lavrio after a ban on departures due to gale-force northerly winds was lifted at 13:00, though schedules have been modified.
Ferry services from Rafina and Lavrio in Greece were suspended until 13:00 on August 15 due to strong winds reaching up to 9 Beaufort in the Aegean Sea. Travelers were advised of disruptions, particularly on a major holiday.
Sailing restrictions have been lifted in the Greek ports of Rafina and Lavrio, allowing ferry services to resume from 4:00 PM. This decision follows earlier cancellations and modifications to routes due to adverse weather conditions, while the situation for Piraeus port is still being assessed.
Strong winds have led to the cancellation of ferry services from the Greek ports of Rafina and Lavrio, while services from Piraeus continue with disruptions. Authorities have also issued a high-risk warning for wildfires across several regions due to the gale-force winds.
Greece is bracing for 48 hours of gale-force winds, with gusts exceeding 100 km/h, particularly affecting Attica and disrupting ferry services. Temperatures are also expected to drop by up to 7 degrees Celsius during this period.
Montenegro Shipping Lines Inc. has announced the resumption of its ferry services between Odiongan, Romblon, and Batangas, with operations set to restart on Monday.
Several ferry services across the Waal and IJssel rivers in Gelderland, Netherlands, have been cancelled as major Dutch rivers have dropped to record low levels due to ongoing drought conditions.
Ferry services from Rafina and Lavrio have resumed normal operations after authorities lifted a departure ban caused by gale-force winds. The ban had been in effect, causing disruptions to ferry schedules.
SEAJETS is upgrading its ferry connections to the Cyclades, offering increased route frequency and more options for travelers to extend their summer experience.
SEAJETS is promoting its ferry services to the Sporades islands, highlighting that travel from Mantoudi can take as little as 40 minutes, connecting travelers to picturesque destinations like Skiathos and Alonissos.
Due to a 24-hour strike, SEAJETS ferry services from Rafina to several islands, including Andros, Tinos, Mykonos, Paros, and Naxos, will depart from the port of Lavrio on Friday, July 3rd.
The remote Shetland Islands are seeking £1.5 billion for the construction of four road tunnels to replace existing ferry services, marking a significant economic project for northern Scotland.
A business association in Stykkishólmur, Iceland, has expressed deep concern over the decision to suspend scheduled Baldur ferry services between Stykkishólmur and Brjánslækur during the peak tourist season.
Politicians on Gotland argue that ferry services to the island should be treated like public roads, emphasizing national justice and integration with Sweden.
Transtejo is increasing its ferry services on the Tagus river, with reinforced morning routes for Barreiro and four additional daily connections for Cacilhas, starting this Monday to meet higher demand.
Han River ferry services were temporarily delayed after a man in his 70s jumped into the river from a bridge, prompting a rescue operation that recovered the man and transported him to Apgujeong pier.
Temporary traffic disruptions and the closure of Porto Montenegro have been announced in Tivat, Montenegro. The operational team recommended that passengers arrive early at Tivat Airport due to potential delays and special traffic regimes, with ferry services also affected.
The CEO of Herjólfur stated that residents of Vestmannaeyjar are frustrated with months of disruptions to ferry services and emphasized the need to prevent future interruptions.
Long lines of trucks transporting goods to Scandinavia have formed in Paldiski after Tallink removed its Superfast IX vessel from the Paldiski-Kapellskär route, disrupting ferry services.
CalMac has announced that 'normal service' is expected to resume on its ferry routes after weeks of significant disruption caused by a number of boats being out of action.
Travelers in Greece face significant disruptions to public transport and ferry services on May Day. These widespread cancellations and schedule changes are due to planned strikes.
Ferry services connecting Turkey to the Greek island of Lesbos have been suspended until April 22. The disruption is a direct result of ongoing protests by livestock farmers.
Shipping associations in Italy are warning that high fuel prices could lead to interruptions or reductions in ferry services to popular islands like Sardinia and Sicily.
The Patras Port Authority, in collaboration with Levante Ferries, is upgrading its passenger services by introducing a new ferry route connecting Patras, Kefalonia, and Ithaca, set to commence on April 4, 2026.
Strong winds up to 9 Beaufort have kept ferries tied up in many parts of Greece, with services from Piraeus port expected to gradually resume after 9 AM.
Theodoratos has stated that the Greek Prime Minister's recent announcements regarding ferry services are a positive step, noting that mandatory discounts for companies are estimated to cost between €40-60 million annually.
An Omega weather pattern is causing severe weather warnings in holiday regions, with the Canary Islands expecting stormy days, waves up to five meters high, potential flooding, and disruptions to flights and ferry services.
Greek seafarers began a 24-hour strike on Thursday, halting local ferry services, as they protested over vessel crews stranded in the Gulf amid the escalating Middle East war, and demanded the area…
Residents of Kaberamaido will have to endure a longer wait for ferry services, indicating ongoing issues or delays in the provision of local transport infrastructure.
Ferry services from Piraeus, Rafina, and Lavrio ports have resumed with emergency schedules and modifications after adverse weather conditions led to cancellations and delays.
Ferry traffic is proceeding smoothly with regular routes departing from the ports of Piraeus, Rafina, and Lavrio. Passengers are advised to contact ferry companies or port authorities before traveling.
Due to a fire on the Pelješac peninsula, Jadrolinija is implementing continuous ferry lines between Trpanj and Ploče and deploying an additional vessel, Sveti Duje, to expedite the evacuation of people to the mainland.
Most ferry services from Piraeus operating normally – Wind gusts up to 100 km/h – New reassessment of wind conditions after 11:00 – Winds expected to weaken from Sunday
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Low water levels on the Morava River have halted ferry services, highlighting a long-standing issue of a missing bridge connection between Slovakia and Austria, which has been blocked for years by a single Austrian village citing traffic concerns.
Due to significantly low water levels on Lake Zurich, passenger ships are forced to skip several stations, and the Obersee ferry has temporarily ceased operations.
Ferry services from the ports of Piraeus, Rafina, and Lavrio are operating without problems today, Saturday, following a decrease in wind intensity across the region.
Gale-force winds, with gusts reaching 150 km/h in Penteli, have hit the Attica region, causing significant disruption. Ferry services from Rafina and Lavrio ports have been suspended due to the severe weather conditions.
Scandlines ferry services are experiencing significant delays on a busy travel day, affecting numerous passengers. The problems are causing disruptions for travelers.
European shipowners (ECSA) have submitted proposals to the European Commission to protect ferry services in countries like Greece, aiming to prevent an increase in transport costs for island regions.
A seafarers' strike at Rafina port is causing disruptions, leading to the transfer of some ferry routes to Lavrio and the cancellation of others, despite a court ruling declaring the strike illegal.
Lisbon is set to establish a new river station in Parque das Nações by 2027, which will expand ferry services to include connections to Cais do Sodré and Terreiro do Paço.
The Stykkishólmur business community has expressed deep concern over the decision to halt scheduled Baldur ferry services between Stykkishólmur and Brjánslækur, citing uncertainty and safety issues.
Residents of Grimsey are highly dissatisfied with the reduction in ferry services to and from the island, with the head of the local council stating that development is impossible if the number of trips continues to decrease.
A new company, Cors'express, founded by a young Bastiais, plans to launch fast ferry services using a foil ship, connecting Bastia to Genoa, Livorno, and Lazio in 2-3 hours, with operations hoped to start by late July.
Ferry services to Langkawi from Kuala Kedah and Kuala Perlis will increase starting tomorrow, as bookings for school holidays and Aidiladha have exceeded 10,000 passengers.
Workers are meeting to discuss next steps in negotiations with management over salaries and working conditions, which could impact ferry services on the Tagus River.
A powerful cold front originating from the Balkans is expected to bring severe storms, plummeting temperatures, and near-gale-force winds to Greece during the May Day weekend, potentially disrupting holiday travel and ferry services.
A couple who built their dream home on a Norwegian island discovered their commute would become impossible after ferry services were cut, ceasing after 4 PM and on weekends.
Ferry services connecting the ports of Mytilene and Ayvalık (Turkey) have been suspended until April 22 due to ongoing protests by livestock farmers. The demonstrations are taking place at the port of Lesbos.
The Swedish government is investing 125 million Swedish Kronor to reduce the cost of air and ferry services to the island of Gotland. This initiative aims to make travel to the island more affordable.
The Philippine Department of Transportation confirmed a 10% reduction in inter-province passenger ferry services across the country due to ongoing fuel supply problems, which are attributed to the war in the Middle East.
A Washington state lawmaker has introduced a plan to expand ferry services, including potential routes from Olympia to SeaTac and Bellingham to the San Juan Islands.
Strong winds across Greece have led to an increased risk of wildfires and caused significant disruption to ferry services, impacting travel and public safety.
Half of Greece is under a 'Red Code' warning for August 15 due to strong winds reaching 8 Beaufort and gusts over 100 km/h, causing significant disruptions to ferry services for holiday travelers.
Strong winds reaching up to 8-9 Beaufort have caused widespread cancellations of ferry routes in Greece, particularly affecting ports like Lavrio, Piraeus, and Rafina.
Stormy Meltemi winds reaching up to 9 Beaufort are causing significant disruptions to ferry services in the Aegean Sea, leading to cancellations and difficulties for travelers, particularly affecting routes from Rafina and Lavrio.
The leader of an existing seamen's union has criticized a new breakaway union, formed by ferry captains, amidst a five-month-long wage dispute affecting small island ferry services.
Ferry services in Montenegro are operating at full capacity, with ticket prices remaining unchanged, despite an earlier-than-expected peak season in maritime traffic.
Ferry services from the ports of Piraeus, Rafina, and Lavrio are operating without issues today, following an improvement in weather conditions and the weakening of strong winds that had previously disrupted schedules.
Ukraine has reportedly destroyed three out of five ferries operating in the Kerch Strait, significantly reducing the capacity of ferry services by 75%.
SEAJETS is expanding its ferry services from the port of Rafina to the Cyclades, offering more frequent, faster, and more flexible routes. This development reflects an ongoing upgrade in coastal transportation from Rafina.
A PENEN strike will lead to the cancellation of ferry services from Rafina port on Friday, with Fast Ferries and Golden Star Ferries ships remaining docked.
Significant changes have been announced for the sailing schedule between mainland Iceland and the islands for the next two days, leading to cancellations of Baldur ferry services.
Residents of Grímsey island are voicing concerns that a planned reduction in winter ferry services could hinder reliable transport links and future growth for their community.
Ferry services connecting Cacilhas, Barreiro, and Lisbon will see reinforced schedules, with transport starting earlier and ending later for the Cacilhas-Lisbon route.
A regular passenger ferry service between Cyprus and Lebanon will begin operating on June 9, marking the return of scheduled international passenger ferry services from Lebanon after almost two…
Concerns are rising that drug smuggling operations may be shifting to Harlingen, Netherlands, with observers noting suspicious activities not related to ferry services.
Ferry services to Greek islands will be suspended on May 1st due to a strike by the Panhellenic Seamen's Federation (PNO), impacting travel plans for the May Day holiday weekend.
Groups in Langkawi, Malaysia, are demanding government intervention to resolve the issue of significantly reduced ferry trips to the island, which has caused public outcry.
Ferry services in Iceland will see minimal disruption as the Breiðafjarðarferjan Baldur will sail the traditional route between Þorlákshöfn and Vestmannaeyjar in place of Herjólfur, whose engine is scheduled for repair next week.
Farmers on the Greek island of Lesvos have disrupted ferry sailings as a protest against the ongoing foot-and-mouth disease epidemic affecting their livestock.
The Porto Santo Line has cancelled ferry services between Madeira and Porto Santo for Wednesday and Thursday due to adverse weather conditions, with extra trips scheduled for Tuesday to mitigate the impact.
Severe weather conditions in the Strait of Gibraltar led to the complete suspension of ferry services between Tarifa, Spain, and Tangier, Morocco, for an entire day.
Air France-KLM has announced price increases for long-haul tickets, including a €50 hike for economy class, due to the rising cost of jet fuel amid the Iran war, following similar adjustments by other airlines.
Ferry services are experiencing delays due to rough seas and strong winds, with forecasts predicting three-metre swells and winds up to 74 km/h in the Strait.