Ferry boat ΄Agia Theodora΄ undergoing inspection
CORFU. The vessel remains docked at Igoumenitsa Port.
The ferry boat Agia Theodora is undergoing inspection by the Merchant Vessel Inspectorate. The vessel remains docked at Igoumenitsa Port, on the southern end of the waterfront. Although its seaworthiness is not in question—evident by its clearance to sail late Monday night—it proceeded to its destination, where it disembarked passengers and unloaded vehicles. Divers inspected it on-site late on Monday evening while it was still moored, also confirming it was in proper condition. According to company sources, the ferry is expected to receive its seaworthiness certificate and resume its scheduled routes as soon as possible.
Igoumenitsa Central Port Authority is conducting a preliminary investigation. Departure of the ferry has been prohibited until it presents a certificate from the authorised monitoring organisation, as stated in a Port Authority announcement.
GIORGOS KATSAITIS
