Discover the Chemical-Marketer: Ratings & Maritime News

The 'Chemical Marketer' and 'Viking Idun' are set to remain docked in Flushing and Terneuzen, respectively, at least until April 2. Following a recent incident, the tanker was initially moored at a roro pontoon in Quarles Port where urgent procedures included pumping out water. Meanwhile, the severely damaged cruise ship 'Viking Idun' is still undergoing detailed investigations. With 171 passengers onboard, the company facilitated breakfast ashore before providing bus transport to Bruges for their planned trip to the Belgian city. Passengers will transition to another ship operated by Viking Cruises for the continuation of their journey. The cause of the collision is currently unknown, and the investigation is expected to take several weeks. The 'Chemical Marketer' has since departed Quarles Port, navigating towards Rotterdam to discharge its cargo before undergoing essential repairs due to breaches in the port side foreship. On April 5 at 8:15 p.m., the tanker arrived at the chemical port in Europort-Caland-Canal, Rotterdam, at the Rubis terminal for unloading. Subsequently, the 'Chemical Marketer' berthed at Rotterdam Offshore Group B.V. on April 15 at 4:30 p.m., departing for Antwerp on April 24 at 10:45 p.m. As for the 'Viking Idun', it left Damen Shiprepair in Amsterdam on April 15, making its way to Arnhem, where it moored on April 16 at 7:30 a.m. For additional visuals and updates, check the Dutch news resources: https://www.pzc.nl/zeeuws-vlaanderen/vijf-gewonden-bij-nachtelijke-aanvaring-tussen-cruiseschip-en-tanker-op-westerschelde~a8c4db32/ and https://www.gva.be/cnt/dmf20190401_04294632/botsing-cruise-olietanker-we-zijn-door-het-oog-van-de-naald-gekropen.

In the early hours of April 1, 2019, a maritime incident unfolded on the Wester Scheldt when the chemical tanker 'Chemical Marketer', on its route from Iskenderun to Antwerp, collided with the Swiss river cruise ship 'Viking Idun', which was navigating from Antwerp to Ghent. The collision occurred shortly after midnight near buoy 22, adjacent to Churchilllaan in Terneuzen. Both vessels sustained damage above the waterline; however, there were no leaks reported. The 'Viking Idun', carrying 171 passengers along with 44 crew members, was towed to a nearby jetty in Terneuzen due to significant damage at the bow. Reports confirmed that five passengers from the cruise ship experienced minor injuries, while one crew member required hospitalization for further examination. Following the accident, the 'Viking Idun' was later moved to the Goese Quay, positioned beyond the lock complex in the Ghent-Terneuzen Canal. Although the tanker also encountered several breaches in its hull, no injuries were documented on board. In the aftermath of the collision, inspections were conducted to assess the seaworthiness of both vessels for the continuation of their journeys. At the time of reporting, passengers remained aboard the 'Viking Idun'. For further updates and detailed coverage, visit the following links: [Omroep Zeeland](https://www.omroepzeeland.nl/nieuws/112049/Onderzoeksraad-stelt-onderzoek-in-naar-aanvaring-op-Westerschelde), [Omroep Zeeland](https://www.omroepzeeland.nl/nieuws/112040/Vijf-gewonden-bij-aanvaring-tussen-cruiseschip-en-tanker-op-Westerschelde), [NOS](https://nos.nl/artikel/2278501-aanvaring-tussen-passagiersschip-en-tanker-bij-terneuzen.html), [HLN](https://www.hln.be/nieuws/buitenland/cruiseschip-met-171-passagiers-botst-met-tanker-op-westerschelde-5-gewonden~a18160b1/), [HV Zeeland](https://www.hvzeeland.nl/nieuws/37943-aanvaring-tussen-cruiseschip-en-tanker-bij-terneuzen/).

On the morning of December 12, 2017, at approximately 9 a.m., residents of Liverpool were alarmed by large plumes of dark smoke billowing from the funnel of the vessel "Chemical Marketer" while docked at Peel Ports. Witnesses reported seeing the ominous cloud rising over Bootle, which persisted for several hours, sparking worries of a potential fire on board the ship. The incident stemmed from what was initially a routine operation for the crew, but an unexpected issue arose due to a loose air flap affecting the boiler's operation. This malfunction resulted in a brief episode of air starvation, leading to the dark smoke being emitted while the boiler was functioning on low sulphur gas oil at Bootle Docks. The Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service quickly responded to the situation by confirming that there was no emergency at the docks and that they had not been called to assist. Following swift diagnostics, the fault was identified and repaired, allowing operations to return to normal promptly. Officials assured the public that the smoke was a consequence of temporary poor combustion and posed no health risks. The "Chemical Marketer" had arrived in Liverpool from Tekirdaq and was scheduled to continue its journey to Antwerp after completing cargo operations. For further details and visual coverage of the incident, readers can refer to the full reports available at Liverpool Echo and Felixstowe Docker.