The MFV Lance departed Tristan on the 5th December 2025.

MFV Lance's November-December 2025 Voyage

Reports from Cynthia Green

Departure from Tristan

Passengers went on board the MFV Lance at 11.30am on Friday 5th December 2025 and she departed Tristan at 4:30pm. Passengers are:

Islanders: Christiaan Gerber, Nicky & Ryan Swain, Dereck & Hilary Rogers. Non-islanders: Anel De Waal (Nurse) and Bradley Meyer (RSPB).

Arrival at Tristan

The MFV Lance arrived at Tristan at 5:00pm on Saturday 22nd November 2025 and passengers came ashore shortly afterwards. The sea conditions were not suitable for offloading, but it is hoped that it will commence on the 25th November.

Passengers were: Islanders: Karl & Julia Hagan, Stanley & Jean Swain, Conchita Repetto & Summer Swain, and Vera Glass. Non-Islander: Virginia Golding (Nurse).

The MFV Lance approaching Tristan an the 12th June 2025. Photo: Philip Kendall.
The MFV Lance approaching Tristan an the 12th June 2025. Photo: Philip Kendall.

Departure from Cape Town

The MFV Lance departed Cape Town early on Saturday morning, 15th November 2025.