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In a recent maritime transaction, a vessel has been successfully sold to buyers in China for a notable sum of $2.2 million. This acquisition highlights the ongoing interest and investment from Chinese entities in maritime assets, showcasing their strategic expansion in the shipping industry.

On April 26 at 3 a.m., the container ship VOC Rose encountered mechanical difficulties while navigating the Mediterranean Sea, situated between Alexandria, Egypt, and Canakkale, Turkey. As a result of these issues, the vessel was compelled to reduce its speed. After experiencing mechanical setbacks, the VOC Rose managed to navigate through the Strait of Pasos at 2 p.m. the same day. By April 28, the ship was making its way toward the northern coast of Crete, but was only able to maintain a speed of three knots. This incident highlights the challenges vessels face in the busy Mediterranean shipping lanes.