Island Water cancels Batangas-Pola ferry trips for June 26-28 due to weather
Written by: Nueva Anya Canoy
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Travelers bound for Oriental Mindoro are advised to adjust their plans as Island Water by Shogun Ships Co., Inc. has announced the suspension of its services between Batangas Port and Pola Port. The cancellations, spanning from June 26 to 28, 2026, are due to unfavorable weather conditions affecting sea travel in the region.
Affected Schedules
The service suspension affects the MV Island Pandan 2. The following daily schedules are officially cancelled for the three-day period:
| Route | Departure Time |
|---|---|
| Batangas to Pola | 07:00 AM |
| Pola to Batangas | 08:00 AM |
Rebooking and Refund Procedures
Island Water has confirmed that affected passengers are entitled to either a full refund or a rebooking to the next available schedule. The shipping line has provided the following guidelines for passengers:
- On-site Transactions: Passengers may visit the Island Water ticketing counter at the port to process rebookings or refunds.
- Customer Support: For immediate concerns, travelers may reach the hotline at 09478912988.
- Online Bookings: Those who purchased tickets via the website should email [email protected] with their booking reference number.
- Agency Bookings: Passengers who secured their tickets through third-party agents are advised to contact their respective agents directly to facilitate the refund process.
The management apologized for the inconvenience caused by the weather-related disruption and emphasized that passenger safety remains the priority. Travelers are encouraged to monitor the official Island Water social media pages and website for further updates regarding the resumption of operations.
Source: Facebook
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