Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Gamma-Star

The livestock carrier 'Gamma Star' has successfully completed its necessary repairs after the crew was unable to address issues during its time at Istanbul anchorage. Following the complications, the vessel relocated from the anchorage to a specialized shipyard in Tuzla for comprehensive repairs, supported by shore-based technical teams. The shipyard's efforts led to the finalization of these permanent repairs, meeting the recommendations from the class surveyor. On November 26, the 'Gamma Star' underwent sea trials and performance evaluations at Tuzla anchorage, which were conducted under the watchful eyes of manufacturer engineers and class surveyors, ensuring the vessel met operational standards. After all repairs were validated, a new set of trading certificates was issued by the classification society, granting the vessel the necessary permits to depart. Subsequently, the 'Gamma Star' set sail from Tuzla on November 28 and reached Batumi, where it successfully berthed on December 1 at 7 a.m.

On the morning of November 15, 2019, the bulk carrier 'Gamma Star', which was traveling in ballast from Tuzla to Midia, experienced a technical malfunction near the southern entrance of the bustling Istanbul Strait. Fortunately, the quick response of the tug 'Mehmetcik' ensured that the vessel was promptly towed to safety at the Istanbul anchorage. By 7 p.m., the 'Gamma Star' was securely anchored under the watchful eye of a pilot. Due to the technical issues, the strait authority halted the vessel's passage permission until the crew could carry out essential permanent repairs. As of November 18, the ship remained at a standstill at position 40° 57.51' N 028° 54.79' E, highlighting the critical navigational complexities of this vital maritime corridor.

On May 23, 2016, the cargo vessel 'Coronel' encountered a grounding incident on the banks of the River Ouse as it approached Goole. The ship was navigating with an onboard river pilot, a routine protocol for vessels in this area. Typically, vessels maneuver with the tide in preparation for their passage through locks. However, in this case, the 'Coronel' proceeded without reducing speed to allow a vessel inbound from the opposite direction to pass, resulting in the ship being caught by the strong currents. Following the grounding, the 'Coronel' has since successfully departed Goole and is now en route to Rotterdam, with an estimated arrival time of May 26, at 8 p.m. For visual reference, a photo of the incident can be found here: http://www.shipspotting.com/gallery/photo.php?lid=2464861.