Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Famita
IMO: 9250438
Multi Purpose Carrier, Bahamas
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Vessel Details
MMSI
311001499
Callsign
C6HL9
Width
14.0 m
Length
90.0 m
Reviews (1)
Donald
2025-01-10
Position: Bosun
Advantages:
Looking for information about this vessel. Any thoughts on this vessel? Was the pay decent?
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No personal experience yet, just gathering info.
Latest News (2)
NSSR Lifeboat Rescues 'Famita' After Grounding Incident at Hausvik
On April 27, 2026, the NSSR lifeboat 'Erling Skjalgsson' based in Farsund came to the aid of the cargo ship 'Famita', which found itself grounded at Hausvik in Rosfjorden. The incident occurred in the evening as the 'Famita' was making its journey from Mandal to Copenhagen. Thanks to the swift response of the NSSR crew, the vessel was successfully freed from the grounding and escorted safely to port. Following the incident, 'Famita' continued its journey, reaching Copenhagen on May 2, 2026. For a visual update, check out the video clip [here](https://x.com/i/status/2048849595518579083).
Navigational Incident in Svendborg: The Famita's Grounding
On the evening of December 23, 2017, at approximately 10 p.m., the MV Famita experienced a grounding incident while maneuvering to enter Svendborg's port. The unfortunate event was attributed to a combination of mechanical failure and adverse weather conditions, specifically strong winds. Fortunately, the vessel was successfully refloated by tug assistance just a few hours later, around 2 a.m. on December 24. Following the refloating, the Famita was safely secured at Østre Quay by 2:30 a.m. The ship had previously arrived in Svendborg from Hausvig. After completing necessary surveys and unloading operations, the Famita departed the port once again on December 25 at 5:40 p.m., charting a course for Mandal, with an estimated time of arrival on December 27. For more details and photos, check the Danish report here: https://www.fyens.dk/svendborg/Gik-paa-grund-i-nat-Skib-trukket-fri-i-Svendborgsund/artikel/3216724#.
Frequently Asked Questions
🛠️ Did Famita experience any breakdowns or mechanical failures?
Based on available news reports, Famita has been mentioned in connection with breakdown-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning breakdowns. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
⚙️ Did Famita have any engine problems?
Based on available news reports, Famita has been mentioned in connection with engine-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning engine problems. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
🧑🚒 Was Famita involved in any migrant rescue operations?
Based on available news reports, Famita has been mentioned in connection with migrant-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning migrant operations. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.