An engine failure has sidelined the Condor Rapide, one of Condor Ferries’ most important vessels, putting strain on Jersey to Saint-Malo sailings. As repairs are being carried out on the vessel, Condor Ferries has revised its winter schedule for the Condor Vitesse – a move that is likely to result in slower crossings for most passengers. People who wish to travel between Jersey and Saint-Malo on the Condor Vitesse ought to expect sailing times at least 30 minutes longer than usual.

The managing director of Condor Ferries, Simon Edsall, has issued a statement to passengers explaining the revised schedule. Mr Edsall commented: “We apologise if this affects customers’ planned journeys. However, we believe that it is preferable to continue to run this lifeline service between the Islands and Saint-Malo at a slower speed, rather than to withdraw the service entirely.”

Mr Edsall added: “All our fast ferries are refitted each winter with several million pounds invested yearly in maintaining and improving the ships, from the engine rooms and superstructure to the passenger cabins. We are also planning on changes to our operation next year, to minimise the likelihood of these technical problems [recurring].”

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