Dover Seaways, image (c) DFDS
DFDS Seaways’ Ro-Pax vessel Dover Seaways had an unfortunate incident on Sunday morning when it struck the harbor wall at Dover while enroute to Dunkirk, a two hour crossing.
DFDS notes in a statement four people were taken to hospital as a result of the incident and damage to the Dover Seaways is currently being assessed.
Three of DFDS’ ships operate on the Dover-Dunkirk route with 12 departures daily.
The 183 meter vessel was built in 2006 by Samsung Heavy Industries, is British-flagged and classed by Lloyd’s Register.
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