The Alexandra-1: Crew Feedback and Vessel Data

On June 8, 2026, the 'Alexandra I' faced another distressing detention in the Turkish port of Karasu, accumulating a staggering 28 deficiencies. Out of these, six were deemed serious enough to warrant the vessel's detention. The critical infractions included: 1) Certificate & Documentation - Failure to meet minimum hours of rest requirements, 2) Life-Saving Appliances - Inflatable liferafts not compliant, 3) Life-Saving Appliances - Issues with the embarkation arrangement of survival craft, 4) Structural Conditions - Hull corrosion, 5) Water/Weathertight - Non-compliance of railings, gangways, walkways, and safe passage means, and 6) Radio Communications - Malfunctions in SART/AIS-SART systems. After rectifying these issues, the 'Alexandra I' was released on June 10, 2026, continuing its journey to Rostov-on-Don, Russia. This incident followed a previous detention on October 8, 2025, in Izmir, where the vessel recorded 11 deficiencies. Concerns over maritime compliance and safety standards continue to be a pressing issue in the region.

In a dramatic series of events on March 3, 2010, the cargo vessel 'Alexandra' found itself adrift off the coast of Istanbul at approximately 4:20 a.m. The ship was en route from Iskelesi to Rostov-on-Don when it encountered perilous conditions that put it at risk of grounding. Fortunately, swift action was taken as rescue tugs 'Kurtarma 3' and 'Kurtarma 6', along with the lifeboat 'Kıyı Emniyeti 10', were dispatched to the scene. By 6:30 a.m., the dedicated rescue teams successfully secured the 'Alexandra' in the waters of Ahırkapıya. Remarkably, all 13 crew members aboard remained unharmed throughout the ordeal.

On October 8, 2025, the cargo vessel 'Alexandra I' was detained in Izmir after an inspection revealed 11 deficiencies, with one being classified as serious enough to warrant the detention. Notably, the lifeboats on board were not properly maintained, raising significant safety concerns. Following rectifications, the ship was released and set sail from Izmir on October 9, heading towards Rostov-on-Don, with an estimated time of arrival (ETA) scheduled for October 17.

Early on March 3, 2010, at 4:20 a.m., the Malta-flagged cargo vessel m/v 'Alexandra' (IMO: 8876340), with a gross tonnage of 4,096, was reported drifting off the coast of Istanbul. The ship was en route from Iskelesi to Rostov and was in imminent danger of running aground. In response to the emergency, the Turkish tugboats 'Kurtarma 3', 'Kurtarma 6', and 'Kıyı Emniyeti 10' were dispatched to the scene. Thanks to their prompt assistance, the 'Alexandra' was secured safely at Ahırkapıya by 6:30 a.m. Fortunately, all 13 crew members aboard were confirmed safe during the incident.