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On February 3, 2026, the ship 'Bristol' encountered a significant setback as it was detained in the Port of Ghent. This interruption was experienced following its arrival from Cotonou on February 1. The vessel was docked at the quay of the Grand Dock, where it remained idle as of February 13. The detention resulted from a Port State Control inspection that revealed multiple violations across various areas and conventions. Although the inspection was suspended, the Federal Public Service Mobility and Transport (FPS) inspectors indicated that the ship could only be released once these deficiencies were thoroughly addressed and confirmed as safe for navigation.

On the afternoon of August 12, the bulk carrier m/v 'E.R. Bristol', while navigating from Oran to Gibraltar, spotted a stranded patera approximately seven nautical miles off the coast near Mesa Roldán. The Maritime Rescue Coordination Center (MRCC) of Salvamento Marítimo in Almería quickly intervened, requesting the vessel to assist with the situation. They also deployed the rescue boat 'Salvamar Spica', which successfully saved the 16 individuals aboard the patera and transported them safely to Almería. This incident highlights the ongoing efforts to provide assistance to those in peril at sea.