Discover the Ekmen-Sky: Ratings & Maritime News

On September 4, 2023, the cargo vessel 'Masha D' encountered a bow thruster malfunction shortly before its scheduled departure from Setubal, heading towards Fos. In response, port authorities at Celeiro, the intended destination, promptly arranged for a port tug to aid in the vessel's entry maneuvers. Finally, on September 6, the 'Masha D' successfully arrived at the commercial dock, expertly guided by a pilot and supported by one of the Sertosa tugs. The docking process was executed smoothly, with the vessel tying up at approximately 2:30 p.m. without any further complications.

Early in the morning on March 2, 2018, at approximately 2:30 a.m., the vessel 'Lisa' experienced an allision with the Boudewijn lock in Antwerp while making its departure. Following the incident, the ship was directed back to Berth 178 for a thorough inspection. The 'Lisa' had been docked in Antwerp since February 27 and subsequently made its way to Ipswich, arriving on March 5.

On April 4, 2023, the Dutch general cargo ship Lisa experienced a critical engine failure while navigating the vast North Atlantic Ocean, approximately 500 nautical miles north of the Azores. The vessel, which was traveling from Dunkirk to Norfolk, Virginia, found itself adrift until assistance arrived. The salvage tug VB Artico (IMO: 7613014) is currently en route to the location to provide towage services, ensuring the Lisa can be safely guided to the Azores. This incident highlights the vulnerabilities faced by vessels operating in remote waters.