Fortune-Bell Vessel Reviews and Specifications
IMO: 9800439
Bulk Carrier, Hong Kong
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Vessel Details
MMSI
477410800
Callsign
VRTB8
Width
32.0 m
Length
199.0 m
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Jonathan
2024-06-01
Position: Second Engineer
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Latest News (1)
Heroic Rescue at Sea: Coastguard Teams with Bulk Carrier to Save 56 Migrants
In a dramatic operation on April 26, 2022, the Spanish Coastguard’s 'Salvamar Mizar' collaborated with the bulk carrier 'Fortune Bell' to rescue 56 migrants from a life-threatening situation in the Atlantic Ocean. The incidents unfolded approximately 66 miles southwest of Fuerteventura, near the Canary Islands, as the overcrowded and unseaworthy migrant vessel faced imminent sinking. The 'Fortune Bell', which was making its way from Gibraltar to Abidjan, managed to save 43 migrants, predominantly of sub-Saharan descent, before the search and rescue vessel 'Salvamar Mizar' arrived to assist and brought 13 additional individuals to safety. This joint effort underscores the importance of maritime cooperation in responding to humanitarian crises at sea.
Frequently Asked Questions
🌊 Did Fortune-Bell sink or have any sinking incidents?
Based on available news reports, Fortune-Bell has been mentioned in connection with sinking-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning sinking incidents. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
🧑🚒 Was Fortune-Bell involved in any migrant rescue operations?
Based on available news reports, Fortune-Bell 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.
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