Charlotta Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

On January 7, 2020, the 'Carat', a cargo ship traveling from Casablanca to Tilbury with a crew of 14, experienced a significant engine pump leak at coordinates 49 42 55 N, 003 14 15 W, roughly 35 nautical miles south-southeast of Start Point. The vessel promptly coordinated with CROSS Joburg for assistance. After an estimated four-hour repair period, the engine crew successfully replaced the faulty injection pump, allowing the ship to continue its journey, with an expected arrival in Tilbury by January 8.

In an exciting development for the maritime sector, Sermar has successfully secured a six-month charter agreement. This new venture will focus primarily on trading operations across the beautiful Mediterranean Sea. This charter is poised to enhance operational capabilities and expand trade routes in this vibrant region, promising a significant boost to the maritime industry.

On September 29, 2012, the vessel 'Carat' encountered an incident while navigating the Kiel Canal, scraping against the embankment during its westbound journey. The ship, having departed from the Universal Terminal in Riga, made a scheduled stop at Brunsbüttel-Ostermoor at 6 a.m. for an inspection. The vessel remained docked until noon before continuing its voyage into the North Sea around 1 p.m.