Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Fv-Le-Stiff

On January 22, 2024, a grave situation unfolded aboard the 'Le Stiff' as the crew attempted to revive a fellow Portuguese crew member while located at coordinates 47° 38' 00" N, 010° 20' 00" W, approximately 210 nautical miles from the Isles of Scilly. At 10:40 a.m., the UK Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) received an urgent request for medical assistance via the MRCC Madrid. In response, the UK MRCC promptly issued broadcasts calling on nearby vessels equipped with medical capabilities to proceed swiftly to the 'Le Stiff's' location. The Spanish hospital vessel 'Esperanza Del Mar', situated 60 nautical miles away, was alerted and on standby to assist. Sadly, after the crew's tireless efforts and upon confirming the crew member's passing, the search and rescue operation was declared concluded at 11:45 a.m. The 'Le Stiff' then set a course for A Coruña, where she arrived on January 23, concluding a distressing chapter at sea.