Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Gb-Venture

On January 23, 2023, a remarkable long-range medical evacuation operation was executed by a helicopter from Bhubaneswar, which successfully hoisted Myanmar sailor Than Htike Lwin from the vessel 'GB Venture', located approximately 300 kilometers from the coast near Sagar Island. Early in the morning, the Sagar Vessel Traffic Management System (VTMS) alerted the Indian Coast Guard regarding the critical injury sustained by the sailor, who suffered serious abdominal injuries caused by hydraulic oil from a windlass. After discussing the situation with the vessel's master, the Coast Guard assessed that the patient's condition warranted immediate medical intervention. The rescue operation commenced at 8:55 a.m., showcasing the timely and efficient response of the Indian Coast Guard. Following his recovery, Than Htike Lwin was promptly transported to a private hospital in Bhubaneswar for further treatment. For more details and visuals of the operation, you can visit the original report here: https://odishatv.in/news/odisha/indian-coast-guard-rescues-injured-myanmar-sailor-from-vessel-in-mid-sea-195358.

On August 3, 2021, multiple tankers off the coast of the United Arab Emirates encountered significant navigational difficulties, with reports suggesting that at least four, possibly five, vessels lost control of their rudders. Military sources indicated that one of these ships may have been boarded by Iranian forces or individuals connected to Iran. The first notification came from the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), which cited information from a secondary source. They reported a troubling incident involving an unnamed vessel, categorizing it as a 'non-piracy incident', but did not disclose further specifics. The UKMTO mentioned that this situation might involve a hijacking. In the afternoon, the tanker 'Golden Brilliant' signaled that it was 'not under command.' In light of these events, UKMTO heightened alerts for other ships in the vicinity, advising them to maintain a safe distance. Tanks 'Queen Ematha,' 'Jag Pooja,' and 'Abyss' also experienced control issues shortly afterward, and there were suspicions that the 'Asphalt Princess' had been boarded, potentially by Iranian troops. This incident marked the fifth vessel facing complications. To monitor the situation, an Oman Royal Air Force Airbus C-295MPA conducted extended patrols over the affected area. While there were discussions surrounding the possibility of a cyber attack contributing to the navigation problems, it was reported that at least two of the affected ships have since resumed their journeys.

On the morning of October 31, 2013, the cargo vessel 'Blue Pacific,' carrying a substantial load of 1,800 tonnes of wheat, capsized during a dramatic collision with the tanker 'Golden Blessing' in the Karnaphuli River channel near Chittagong port. The unfortunate incident occurred around 9:30 a.m., causing the 'Blue Pacific' to take on severe damage from the impact. Fortunately, the vessel's crew of 13 members was able to escape the sinking ship and swim to safety at the shore. Remarkably, this maritime accident did not disrupt the flow of traffic in the busy port channel, allowing other vessels to continue their movements without significant delay.