Golden-Calvus Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

In a disturbing act of maritime piracy, the Golden Calvus was boarded by six armed assailants on January 19, 2025, at 05:05 AM. The incident occurred while the vessel was navigating the eastbound lane of the Traffic Separation Scheme in the Singapore Strait, approximately 3.7 nautical miles off Batu Berhanti, at coordinates 1°10.65' N 103°49.32' E. The pirates, wielding parangs, incapacitated the crew by tying them up before making off with essential engine spares. The attack highlights ongoing security challenges in one of the world's busiest shipping lanes.

In an exciting development in the shipping industry, Oldendorff has successfully secured a new charter for the transport of 170,000 tons of iron ore. This shipment will originate from West Australia, bound for Qingdao, with a fixed freight rate of $6.85 per ton, free in and out (fio). The loading scale is set for a total of 30,000 tons, with the discharge scheduled to occur on May 1 and 2. This charter highlights Oldendorff’s continued commitment to facilitating substantial international trade and meeting market demands.