The new shipping company Alma Cruceros lost its only ship just two weeks after launching operations and canceled all departures. The luxury cruise operator ran into financial difficulties due to outstanding creditors' claims. The 'Ocean Victory' was detained in Málaga after its rrival on May 11, 2025, and left the port on May 26, scheduled to be auctioned in Gibraltar, where it dropped anchor on May 27 in pos. 36° 07' N 005° 18' W. The shipping company's debut took place on April 18 with a first voyage from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to Málaga. As early as May 9, the company informed travel agencies of the cancellation of the next departure, scheduled for May 11. The 'Ocean Victory' remained berthed in port since arriving in Málaga. On May 20, the ship was finally seized by the authorities. The reason for this is an outstanding claim by the port agent Lantimar Group, which has filed a lawsuit with the court. The court set a bail, which Alma Cruceros failed to post. As a result, the ship was ordered to set course for Gibraltar. It will now be auctioned there to meet the creditors' claims. Alma Cruceros was positioned as a premium brand and belonged to the Premium group of companies owned by Elisardo Sánchez, who previously worked in the hotel industry. Sánchez offered only brief comments on the ongoing proceedings. They said they were working on a solution and would provide information soon. It is currently unclear whether the company will still be able to realize its plans for the cruise market. Since the foreclosure auction, there have been no new public statements regarding future strategy or possible replacement ships.
