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The Bermuda-Islander: Crew Feedback and Vessel Data

IMO: 9234434

Container Ship, Netherlands

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Bermuda-Islander - Container Ship vessel registered in Netherlands

Vessel Details

MMSI

244820000

Callsign

PBDA

Width

16.0 m

Length

100.0 m

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2023-12-02

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Latest News (4)

Container Ship Averts Crisis by Rescuing Olympic Windsurfer Off Bermuda

Feb 13, 2026 09:42

In a dramatic rescue operation, the crew of the 'Bermuda Islander' successfully saved former Olympic windsurfer Demetris Lappas, 33, on February 9, 2026. Lappas was attempting a challenging journey from Antigua to Bermuda aboard the sailing yacht 'Alcyon Blue' (MMSI: 212984097) when disaster struck approximately 100 nautical miles southeast of Bermuda. On February 7, the Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre received a concerning email from the yachtโ€™s skipper, who reported an engine failure amidst treacherous weather conditions. By February 8, conditions worsened, leading to additional sail damage and leaving Lappas beset by dizziness and nausea due to the rough seas. Faced with deteriorating circumstances, the sailor activated the distress beacon and signaled an emergency abandonment of the yacht, which was located about 132 miles southeast of Bermuda at that time. The Bermuda Rescue Coordination Centre responded promptly by notifying nearby vessels, including the floating library ship 'Logos Hope' (IMO: 7302914) and the outbound 'Bermuda Islander'โ€”which had just departed Bermuda that afternoon. The container ship arrived first on February 9 at around 1:00 a.m., navigating through waves over 20 feet high. In light of the challenging sea conditions, the captain prudently chose to wait for calmer waters and the arrival of 'Logos Hope'. After several attempts, the 'Bermuda Islander' managed to position itself alongside the drifting 'Alcyon Blue,' successfully bringing Lappas aboard by approximately 10:00 a.m. Following a thorough medical checkup, it was confirmed that Lappas was uninjured, and the container ship continued its journey to Salem, New Jersey. Meanwhile, Bermuda Radio issued a navigational warning, informing vessels of the abandoned and adrift status of 'Alcyon Blue', which remained 184 nautical miles southeast of Bermuda.

Rudder damage under repair in Salem

Jun 12, 2021 13:17

Container ship undamaged after mechanical failure in dry dock

Jan 30, 2016 14:48

Grounded container ship refloated

Aug 25, 2015 21:21

Frequently Asked Questions

๐ŸŒŠ Did Bermuda-Islander sink or have any sinking incidents?

Based on available news reports, Bermuda-Islander has been mentioned in connection with sinking-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning sinking incidents. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.

Sinking Incident Reported

๐Ÿค• Were there any injuries or accidents on Bermuda-Islander?

Based on available news reports, Bermuda-Islander has been mentioned in connection with injury-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning injury incidents. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.

Injury Incident Reported

๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Did Bermuda-Islander experience any breakdowns or mechanical failures?

Based on available news reports, Bermuda-Islander has been mentioned in connection with breakdown-related incidents. There have been 2 news reports mentioning breakdowns. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.

Breakdown Reported

โš™๏ธ Did Bermuda-Islander have any engine problems?

Based on available news reports, Bermuda-Islander has been mentioned in connection with engine-related incidents. There have been 3 news reports mentioning engine problems. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.

Engine Problem Reported

๐Ÿ’ฅ Was Bermuda-Islander involved in any collisions?

Based on available news reports, Bermuda-Islander has been mentioned in connection with collision-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning collisions. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.

Collision Reported

๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿš’ Was Bermuda-Islander involved in any migrant rescue operations?

Based on available news reports, Bermuda-Islander has been mentioned in connection with migrant-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning migrant operations. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.

Migrant Operation Reported

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