Ferry cleared for maiden voyage after securing safety certificate

THE Cork to Swansea ferry has secured its safety certificate and will definitely make its maiden passenger voyage this week.

However, the Fastnet Line, which will operate the service using the MV Julia vessel, was last night unable to give an exact date for the first sailing.

A spokeswoman said she is waiting for confirmation that the last surveys, which were underway in Swansea yesterday, have been completed.