Ferry collision master suspended

HD Ferries has begun an investigation into the collision

A ship's captain has been suspended from duty after a collision with a ferry in Jersey.

The HD Ferries catamaran hit the Condor Ferries vessel, Commodore Goodwill, as it was manoeuvring on Friday morning.

An HD Ferries spokesman said the ferry's master had been suspended while an investigation was carried out. No passengers were on board at the time.

Harbour authorities said the catamaran had earlier twice attempted to get into the outer harbour in adverse weather.

As it manoeuvred near the Condor vessel, there was a collision.

A harbour department pilot was on board the HD ferry at the time, although its captain was in control.

The department is awaiting a formal report on the incident from HD Ferries.

Condor Ferries said it would not comment on the matter.