Working Conditions Aboard the Amadeus-Pearl

The maritime community is on alert following the detention of the 'Amadeus Pearl' at the Port of Bayonne on February 3, 2026. The vessel, which made its way from Rotterdam, faced regulatory action due to a malfunctioning nitrogen oxide (NOx) reduction system in one of its twin generators. This incident is particularly noteworthy as the 'Amadeus Pearl' is a relatively new entrant to the fleet, having been commissioned just in May 2025. At the time of the detention, the ship was transporting a cargo of steel and has remained moored in port as of February 6, 2026, while authorities address the technical issues. The IMO number for 'Amadeus Pearl' is still under review as part of the investigation into the incident.