- It is an extremely unusual occasion where three out of four engines do not work.

For security reasons, they have returned to fix the problems, says Mats Lennartson, communications manager at Tallink Silja.

The fault did not pose a danger to safety on board, the shipping company emphasizes.

- It can be controlled but you do not want to go through the archipelago in that state.

The ferry is expected back in port at 23:00.

There are about 500 passengers on board.

Those who were to get off in Stockholm will be allowed to travel on Tuesday, either with the Baltic Queen or with another ship that is in the quay, the shipping company states.

- There will be a delay and delay in the trips back and forth to Tallinn.

Guests will be taken care of and accommodation is on board, says Mats Lennartson.

Baltic Queen has a capacity for 2,800 passengers.