Discover the Eddystone: Ratings & Maritime News

On the morning of March 4, 2023, the Bembridge Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) sprang into action for a medical emergency involving the ferry 'Eddystone.' While navigating the Solent and en route from Las Palmas to Southampton, the vessel dropped anchor near Shanklin Bay. Lifeboat volunteers were dispatched just before 10 a.m. to assist in the evacuation. A sick crew member was successfully transferred to the lifeboat, which then transported them to Portsmouth Hospital for further medical attention.

A British-flagged vessel, the Eddystone, has sparked intrigue at Mombasa port after it arrived early Wednesday morning, carrying a cargo of military hardware reportedly bound for South Sudan. Docking at Berth One, the ship has raised questions concerning the ownership of the military equipment. According to Kenya's military spokesman, John Mwandikwa, while the hardware's arrival has been confirmed, it does not belong to the Kenya Defense Forces. He stated, "There are numerous users at the port, so the equipment may belong to another entity." Mwandikwa further advised those seeking clarification to consult with the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) or other relevant government agencies to establish the proper ownership of the cargo. As the mystery unfolds, many are left pondering the true destination and ownership of the military supplies.