Working Conditions Aboard the Brave-Knight

The maritime industry has once again spotlighted the 'Brave Knight', which was detained for the second time this year on May 19 in Trieste due to a staggering 27 documented deficiencies, twelve of which were categorized as severe enough to warrant the vessel’s detention. Key issues included: 1) An invalid Certificate for rating capable seafarers for both deck/engine and electro-technical duties, 2) Outdated navigational charts, 3) Inoperative Bridge Navigational Watch Alarm System (BNWAS), 4) Non-functional signaling lamps, 5) Non-compliant immersion suits not meeting safety standards, 6) Inadequate sanitary facilities onboard, 7) Poor maintenance in the galley and handling room, 8) Inoperative heating, air conditioning, and ventilation systems, 9) Unsatisfactory cleanliness within the engine room, 10) Improperly stored fire-fighting equipment, 11) Inadequate crew training in fire safety procedures, and 12) Failure to meet ISM certification requirements. The vessel was ultimately released on May 27 and has been anchored off Trieste, maintaining its position at coordinates 45° 40' N, 013° 43' E since May 31.

On January 20, the cargo ship 'Brave Knight' faced detention in Gemlik due to the identification of 18 deficiencies, three of which were deemed serious enough to warrant the vessel's immobilization. The critical issues included a lack of knowledge during emergency abandon ship drills, an inoperative fixed fire extinguishing system, and cracked ventilators, air pipes, and casings vulnerable to water and weather. Following the necessary rectifications, the 'Brave Knight' was released on January 21 and set sail for Sulina the next day, successfully arriving there on January 31. For more updates and maritime news, visit our social media platform.