What Crew Members Say About Cma-Cgm-Ventania

On January 3, 2019, at approximately 3:30 a.m., the crew of the CMA CGM Kingston, located at the Cartagena inner anchorage in Colombia (10°19'10" N, 75°31'30" W), encountered an alarming situation. Deck watchmen spotted three intruders near the forecastle, prompting immediate action. The duty officer alerted fellow crew members, who promptly gathered in the accommodation area while all entrances were secured. The ship's master quickly reached out to the Colombian Coast Guard, seeking urgent assistance. In response, a patrol vessel was dispatched to investigate the area surrounding the CMA CGM Kingston. Unfortunately, some crew belongings were reported missing, indicating that the robbers had successfully made off with stolen goods.

In a recent maritime transaction, CMA CGM has successfully sold a vessel for an impressive $9.2 million to buyers based in France. This sale marks another significant move in the shipping industry, showcasing the continuous activity in the market. Details regarding the specifics of the vessel, including its IMO number, are yet to be disclosed, but the deal underlines CMA CGM's strategic positioning in the global shipping arena.

In a notable move, CMA CGM has bolstered its feeder fleet by acquiring the 1,350 TEU vessel MAGARI from the German owner Schiffahrtskontor Wörden for a reported sum exceeding $9 million, as revealed by Alphaliner. The ship is anticipated to come off charter from HMM in Busan this Saturday. The 11-year-old container ship is designed with a high ratio of reefer plugs, allowing it to accommodate up to 449 FEU of refrigerated containers, enhancing CMA CGM's capabilities in temperature-sensitive cargo transport.