The Majorero boat, which connects the islet of Lobos and Fuerteventura, is now operational again. The boat sank on September 16 of last year. At the time of the incident, 47 passengers and five other crew members who were on a tourist excursion had to be evacuated.
"The Majorero boat has completed its reconstruction process and made its inaugural trip on May 30," says the Naviera Nor Tour group. The boat has been operating since the 90s and only operates between the island of Majorera and the islet.
Apparently, it sank when the glass on the bottom of the boat collided with the rocks on the seabed, for sailing very close to the coast, as reported by one of the witnesses to La Voz.
At this time, the company reports that part of the hull was renovated, the main deck and forecastle were restored and modernized, and the engine room was completely reconditioned.
In addition, the engines and gearboxes have been repaired in detail and the propulsion, steering and exhaust system is "completely renovated". Meanwhile, the electrical and safety systems have also been modernized.