The shipping company Baleària carried out docking maneuvers with its vessel ‘Mercedes Pinto’ at the port of San Sebastián de La Gomera on Monday, June 1st. These practices are a preliminary step to the implementation of new maritime routes that the Spanish company will launch in the coming weeks across various points of the Canary archipelago.

Starting June 15th, the triangular route connecting the ports of Los Cristianos, San Sebastián de La Gomera, and Santa Cruz de La Palma will be served by the new fast ferry Pepita Castellví and the vessel Volcán de Tirajana. Service frequency will double on the connection between Los Cristianos and Santa Cruz de La Palma, offering two daily crossings, while the route between Los Cristianos and San Sebastián de La Gomera will operate four daily services.

Baleària, a leader in maritime transport in Spain with over 25 years of experience, currently operates 29 routes in five countries and boasts a fleet of 43 vessels. The company is recognized for its commitment to sustainability, pioneering the use of natural gas and biogas to reduce emissions, and for its focus on digitalization and innovation.