On November 16th, the MS Fridtjof Nansen experienced a contained technical issue while en route to Ushuaia (Argentina). Despite the incident, the vessel has continued its planned journey and was expected to arrive at its disembarkation port on November 18th. All passengers and crew on board were reported to be safe and accounted for.
According to the operator, Hurtigruten, the issue did not compromise the vessel's safety or structural integrity. Technicians on board were actively addressing the situation as the ship proceeded to its destination. Guests have been kept informed with regular updates throughout the voyage.
The incident has resulted in the cancellation of the ship's next scheduled departure on November 18th. Affected passengers have been contacted by the operator and are being assisted with travel arrangements, including options for rebooking or returning home.
This disruption is particularly significant for those booked on the cancelled sailing, as many of these voyages are considered once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Efforts are being made to minimize the inconvenience and provide support to both current and future guests.
For more MS Fridtjof Nansen incidents and accidents see the ship's CruiseMinus page.