A passenger vessel serving the Channel Islands has successfully passed its annual safety inspection, meaning Islands Unlimited can continue its inter-island services this year.
The company, owned by former harbourmaster, naval officer, and Condor captain Chad Murray, launched last year to fill a gap in the ferry schedules created when DFDS and Brittany Ferries started running Jersey and Guernsey’s freight and passenger ferry services respectively.
Islands Unlimited confirmed that its vessel SAN PAWL met all required standards during a comprehensive survey carried out by a representative from DNV on behalf of Malta, where the ship is registered.
The inspection forms part of the vessel’s statutory Passenger Ship Safety Certificate requirements and included checks on critical systems such as life-saving equipment, fire detection and suppression, navigation tools, and crew preparedness.
According to the operator, the vessel achieved “excellent results,” reflecting what it described as the professionalism and dedication of its crew.
SAN PAWL operates routes connecting communities in Jersey and Guernsey, where reliable sea links remain essential for both residents and visitors.
A spokesperson for Islands Unlimited said the outcome demonstrates the company’s ongoing commitment to maintaining high safety standards while supporting inter-island connectivity.
“Inspections like this are a cornerstone of passenger vessel operations,” the company said, adding that the renewed certification allows the vessel to continue normal service with confidence.
The annual survey follows internationally recognised maritime safety standards and is designed to ensure vessels consistently meet strict regulatory requirements.