Reviews & Ratings for the Ns-Sabina

The 'NS Sabina' was held by port authorities on August 23, 2026, in Zonguldak after inspectors discovered a staggering 32 deficiencies on board, of which ten were classified as severe enough to warrant detention. Among the critical issues identified were: 1. Structural integrity - Operational damage to bulkheads. 2. Fire safety - Inadequate fire pump and piping. 3. Fire safety - Insufficient monitoring for jacketed high-pressure lines and oil leakage. 4. Water tightness - Non-compliant hatch covers (including portable and tarpaulin). 5. Water tightness - Deficiencies in cargo and other hatchways. 6. Cargo operations - Lack of appropriate atmosphere testing equipment. 7. Emergency systems - Non-functional emergency fire pump and associated piping. 8. Navigation safety - Outdated navigation charts. 9. Navigation safety - Deficient monitoring of the voyage or passage plan. 10. ISM compliance - Missing ISM certificate. Following the corrective measures, the vessel was released on August 31, 2026, and set sail for Durres with an estimated time of arrival on September 6. It's worth noting that the NS Sabina had a previous detention in Çanakkale on May 26, 2026, where it faced 18 deficiencies that resulted in a three-day hold.

On May 26, 2025, maritime authorities detained the vessel "NS Sabina" in Çanakkale due to a total of 18 identified deficiencies. Among these, ten were classified as serious enough to warrant immediate detention. The infractions included critical fire safety issues such as the absence of the International shore connection, malfunctioning fire-fighting equipment, and other regulatory breaches. Additionally, the ship fell short in emergency procedures, failing to meet the necessary standards for enclosed space entry and rescue drills. Communication systems onboard were also found lacking, with expired SART/AIS-SART batteries and other functional deficiencies noted. Other issues involved poorly maintained lifeboats, unaddressed sediment removal for pollution prevention, and inoperative navigation signals, which are essential for safe sailing. Furthermore, various certificates and documentation were either missing or not up to date. The NS Sabina was released from detention on May 28 and subsequently set sail for Durres. For further updates, visit our social media profile.