Brave-M Vessel Reviews and Specifications

On April 6, 2020, at 9 a.m., the 'Maria L', on its journey from Koper to Tuapse, encountered engine trouble while navigating the Bosphorus Strait, specifically at the Anadolufeneri point. Fortunately, the vessel was able to move to an appropriate anchorage under its own power without the need for any external assistance. In response to the situation, the Istanbul Strait Authority has classified the anchorage area as a restricted zone for safety reasons. During this incident, the weather conditions included strong northeasterly winds and rough seas, prompting the crew to initiate repairs on the engine to ensure the ship's functionality.

On March 20, 2019, at approximately 1 a.m., the cargo ship 'Maria L', carrying a substantial 27,148 metric tonnes of alumina carcinate, encountered starting motor issues while navigating south of Plymouth. The vessel, with a crew of 20 onboard, was positioned at 49° 52' 00" N latitude and 004° 20' 18" E longitude when the fault occurred. Despite the challenge, the 'Maria L' opted not to request assistance and successfully troubleshot the problem, enabling her to continue the journey. The cargo ship is expected to reach its destination in Riga by March 23.

Vrontados has successfully finalized an en bloc sale involving three of its Handy bulk carriers: the 'Kaity L', 'Christina L', and 'Maria L'. The vessels, built in 2003 by Jiangnan, have been sold to Chinese buyers for prices of USD 8.5 million, USD 8 million, and USD 8 million respectively. Notably, the 'Maria L' is due for a special survey and dry docking (SS/DD) soon, adding to the urgency of this transaction. These sales highlight the ongoing activity in the maritime market and the increasing interest from Chinese buyers in bulk carriers.