ICHNUSA when she was still under Saremar ownership. She was taken over by Blue Navy on March 21st, 2016.

Will Blu Navy ever operate the ferry between Corsica and Sardinia again?

FerryAfter a last crossing on October 31 it is unsure if Italian ferry company Blu Navy will ever come back on the one-hour route between Santa Teresa di Gallura (Sardinia) and Bonifacio (Corsica).

According to a report on French television channel FR3, Blu Navy's general manager Luca Morace said there were financial difficulties to keep the ferry. He envisaged a possible return next year if a solution could be found.

Blu Navy operated ferry ICHNUSA, which used to sail for the ill-fated Saremar, until this subsidised company was taken over by Delcomar. However, Delcomar did not want to keep the Corsica - Sardinia route.

The main issue is the lack of subsidies to keep the line open during the winter.

Moby Lines has always been a competitor on this route, but only during the high season.

nov 07 2016