Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of A.m.k.-Marin

On April 8, 2026, the vessel A.M.K. Marin faced detention in Rize due to a staggering 15 deficiencies. Key issues included invalid certificates for the master and officers, absence of the Safety Management Certificate, and a garbage record book that did not meet regulatory standards. Fire safety concerns were highlighted, with crew training found lacking and means of escape reported as blocked. Further safety inspections revealed that personal equipment and ropes were not up to par. Life-saving appliances were also flagged, as lifeboats were not ready for use. Communication systems were critically assessed, with issues related to the Satellite EPIRB and inability to receive marine safety information. Navigational safety was compromised due to outdated charts and inadequate monitoring of the vessel's passage plan, along with unupdated nautical publications. Moreover, structural conditions were alarming, with reports of cracking on the decks, while the ISM certificate was also deemed unsatisfactory. Following these inspections, the A.M.K. Marin was released the next day, April 9, and set sail towards Tuapse. This incident marks a troubling pattern, as the vessel had previously been detained on January 14, 2025, in Zonguldak for 17 deficiencies over a four-day period. Maritime authorities continue to emphasize the importance of compliance to ensure safety at sea.

On January 14, 2025, the vessel 'A.M.K. Marin' faced detention in Zonguldak due to a staggering 15 deficiencies noted during an inspection. Key issues included: 1) Non-compliance with Pollution Prevention protocols concerning the Garbage Management Plan, 2) Inadequate documentation for the Ballast Water Record Book, 3) Absence of a Ballast Water Management Plan, 4) Expiry of essential navigation charts, 5) An inoperative voyage or passage plan, 6) Deficiencies in the magnetic compass, 7) Navigational records not meeting required standards, 8) Poor fire safety measures regarding fire doors and openings in fire-resistant divisions, 9) Incomplete radio log documentation, 10) Missing Cargo Securing Manual, 11) Non-compliance with SOPEP requirements, 12) Lack of Continuous Synopsis Record documentation, 13) Insufficient covers for hatchways, and 14) Crew lack of training and familiarization related to pollution prevention. Additionally, the vessel's ISM certificate was deemed not up to standard. After addressing these issues, the 'A.M.K. Marin' was released on January 17 and departed the port on January 18, setting sail towards the Russian port of Tuapse, with an estimated time of arrival (ETA) of January 20.

In a strategic move, Norwegian short sea operator Wilson has offloaded its aging bulk carrier, the MV Wilson Marin, to a Greek venture that remains unnamed. Built in 1978, this vessel with a deadweight tonnage of 5,850 required extensive drydocking, which Wilson deemed not feasible to maintain in accordance with their quality standards. As a result, the MV Wilson Marin was sold for $715,000, marking another significant decision in the ongoing optimization of Wilson's fleet.