LOMAIVITI PRINCESS 6

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Ferry ran aground in Ono-i-Lau

Fiji's Maritime Safety Authority has launched an investigation into the Goundar Shipping Ltd. following two incidents involving its vessels. On May 26, 2025, the 'Lomaiviti Princess VI' ran aground on a routine trip to Ono-i-Lau in southern Lau. It got stuck at the entrance to Ono-i-Lau, where it always anchored, and started taking in water. The ferry was refloatedd and towed back to Suva by the 'Lomaiviti Princess XII', which also took on board the passengers, after villagers had stepped in to ferry stranded passengers to nearby islands using small boats. The company posted on social media about this incident, saying "GSL Management would like to sincerely thank the people of Ono-i-Lau for your tremendous support following the mishap. "We acknowledge and appreciate your assistance in ensuring the passengers were safely brought ashore. On June 2, the uncrewed 'Lomaiviti Princess II' capsized when it was being towed away from Narain Jetty in Suva by Fiji Ports. The vessel had been tied up at Narain Jetty since 2019. Regarding the sinking, the Minister Ro Filipe Tuisawau said the matter was under investigation and a release would be issued after he receives an update on the matter. An boom to contain oil was laid out around the ship, and the wreck was monitored for any oil leaks.