Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Girolando-Express

A substantial live cattle transport vessel, the Singapore-flagged Girolando Express, has encountered operational issues and has been trapped in Port Phillip Bay for several days. The ship, which set sail from Geelong en route to Huanghua, China on December 6, found itself stranded after experiencing mechanical failures shortly after departing. According to reports from the Australian Maritime Safety Authority, the vessel remained stranded off Portarlington with 4,245 cattle onboard. Addressing concerns, Geelong Harbour Master Captain Dilip Abraham confirmed that there are no immediate animal welfare issues affecting the 3,500 breeding cattle on board. 'The ship began developing problems with steering and engine performance, leading the pilot to make the decision to anchor in Port Phillip Bay,' stated Captain Abraham. Although the mechanical issues have since been addressed, the ship requires additional provisions for the cattle due to their significant fodder consumption. The Girolando Express is scheduled to return to Geelong Port on Friday after the completion of necessary mechanical repairs. The vessel has remained anchored approximately six kilometers offshore from Port Arlington for the past three days.

In a significant development for the maritime industry, COSCO (Guangdong) Shipyard Co., Ltd. has successfully delivered a state-of-the-art livestock carrier named ‘Girolando Express’ to a discerning buyer in Europe. This vessel, which boasts a spacious capacity of 4500m², was officially handed over following the recent signing of delivery documents between COSCO Guangdong and the buyer. The livestock carrier features impressive dimensions, measuring 134.80 meters in overall length, 19.60 meters in width, and 9.6 meters in depth. As a subsidiary of COSCO Shipyard Group Co., Ltd., which holds a 51% stake in the company, this delivery marks yet another milestone in COSCO Guangdong’s commitment to excellence in shipbuilding.