Vessel Analysis & Reviews
In-depth reports and expert analysis on global maritime assets, combining verified crew reviews and historical data.
The Skipper Saga: From Seizure to Sale Amidst Controversy
The maritime world is closely watching the ongoing saga involving the Skipper, a vessel with a turbulent history that has drawn the ire of U.S. author...
The Troubled Voyage of <a href='/ships/sirrah-9200342'>Sirrah</a>: From Abandonment to Scrapping
The Sirrah, a vessel flying the flag of St. Kitts & Nevis, has faced significant challenges in recent months, being reported for abandonment twice to...
Silja Serenade: A Journey of Turbulence and Response
The Silja Serenade has recently faced a series of unsettling incidents while servicing the popular route between Sweden and Finland. Notably, on the e...
Challenges for the <a href='/ships/serenade-of-the-seas-9228344'>Serenade-Of-The-Seas</a>: Protests, Tragedies, and Technical Troubles
The Serenade-Of-The-Seas has faced significant challenges over the past several months, bringing to light various issues that plague the modern cruisi...
Sea-watch-5: Navigating Humanitarian Challenges Amidst Administrative Hurdles
The Sea-watch-5, a prominent humanitarian vessel operated by the German NGO Sea Watch, has become a focal point in the ongoing struggle to assist migr...
Abandonment Crisis: The Troubling Journey of the Zein-1
The vessel Zein-1 (IMO: 7622041), flagged under Panama, has become a focal point in the ongoing crisis of seafarer abandonment, as it faces multiple r...
Zaza: From Passenger Ferry to Tragic Fire Incident
Zaza, formerly known as the 'Moby Zaza', has undergone significant transformation in its operational role, now branded as 'World Legacy' and run by Wo...
Suspicious Waters: The Controversial Journey of the <a href='/ships/scanlark-8505915'>Scanlark</a>
The Scanlark, a vessel associated with potential espionage activities and alleged ties to Russia's shadow fleet, has recently made headlines with a se...
Troubled Waters for the Wu-Tong: The Complex Fate of a Russian Shadow Tanker
The maritime landscape is witnessing another intriguing chapter with the movements of the Wu-Tong, a prominent member of the contentious Russian shado...
Maritime Crisis Averted: The Rescue of <a href='/ships/marine-i-9007001'>Marine-I</a> and Its Crew
The vessel Marine-I, which found itself stranded in international waters for ten harrowing days, was successfully towed to the port of Málaga on Novem...
Incident Overview: W-sapphire Explosion and Recovery Efforts
On August 18, 2025, the bulk carrier W-sapphire experienced a significant explosion while en route from Baltimore to Port Louis, just after loading a...
Salvor in Action: From High-Stakes Recoveries to Scuttling Derelicts
The Salvor, a Safeguard-class salvage ship operated by the Military Sealift Command, has been at the forefront of significant maritime operations in r...