Cosco-Malaysia Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

As Hurricane Sally intensified over the Gulf of Mexico, the container ship 'COSCO Malaysia' embarked on a heroic mission on September 13, 2020. While en route from Port Tampa Bay, Florida to Mobile, Alabama, the vessel received an urgent distress signal at 8:22 a.m. from a sailing yacht named 'Yes Dear', approximately 130 nautical miles west of Florida, with four individuals on board. Working closely with the U.S. Coast Guard, 'COSCO Malaysia' located the stranded sailboat. By 11 a.m., the captain expertly maneuvered the container ship to the yacht's position and helped the four crew members aboard. In a display of maritime solidarity, the crew of 'COSCO Malaysia' provided essential supplies, including water, food, and dry clothing, before setting a course back to Tampa. The rescued individuals were safely disembarked around 9:00 p.m., showcasing the courage and quick action that defined this dramatic rescue at sea. For more details, visit the full report complete with images here: https://www.maritime-executive.com/article/daring-rescues-by-cosco-boxship-and-coast-guard-due-to-hurricane-sally.