Working Conditions Aboard the Breb-Timber

On March 9, 2026, the cargo vessel 'Breb Timber' faced detention upon its arrival in Cuxhaven, uncovering a total of 18 deficiencies. Of these, seven were classified as serious enough to warrant the vessel's hold. Key issues identified included: 1) Missing endorsement by the flag state on the certificate and documentation; 2) Expired Cargo Ship Safety Equipment certificate, including any exemptions; 3) Expired financial security documentation concerning the shipowner's liability; 4) Non-compliance with the manning requirements as stipulated in the safe manning document; 5) Malfunctioning alarm systems related to machinery controls; 6) Missing navigational charts; and 7) Inadequate ISM certification. After resolving these issues, the 'Breb Timber' was released on March 17, subsequently heading to Kingston upon Hull, where it docked on January 19.