Discover the Esperanza-B: Ratings & Maritime News

On November 27, 2024, the vessel 'Esperanza B' faced detention in the port of Mersin after being found with nine deficiencies during an inspection. Six of these deficiencies were classified as serious enough to warrant the vessel's detention. The issues identified included alarming structural conditions, such as significant corrosion in the bulkheads and beams, frames, and floors, which did not meet required safety standards. Additional concerns were raised regarding the condition of other structural components, as well as water and weathertight integrity, with cargo and hatchways exhibiting corrosion. Furthermore, the auxiliary machinery aboard the ship also failed to meet necessary performance criteria. After addressing the identified deficiencies, the 'Esperanza B' was released on January 14, 2025, with permission for a one-time voyage to the Tuzla shipyard for permanent repairs. As of February 10, 2025, the vessel remains stationary at the shipyard, undergoing necessary maintenance to ensure compliance with maritime regulations.

In the early hours of April 3, 2016, the cargo vessel "Esperanza," traveling from Tripoli to Constanta, was involved in a collision with the Eceabat-Çanakkale ferry "Ezine." This incident occurred around 12:15 AM while both vessels were navigating the Dardanelles in a south-to-north direction. Emergency tugs, "Kurtarma 4" and "Nazim Tur," were promptly deployed to the scene of the collision. Post-accident assessments revealed that the "Esperanza" had sustained damage to its bulbous bow and subsequently anchored in Poyraz Bay for further surveys. The ferry "Ezine" was not spared; it incurred damage to its starboard side hull, bulwark, and superstructure, ultimately returning to the Çanakkale ferry pier for repairs. Additionally, vehicles on the ferry's deck were reported damaged as a result of the incident. For further details, you can view Turkish reports complete with photos and videos at the following links: [Kıyı Emniyeti](https://www.kiyiemniyeti.gov.tr/Default.aspx?p=R&pid=346) and [Haberler](http://www.haberler.com/canakkale-bogazi-nda-facianin-esiginden-donuldu-8319956-haberi/).