What Crew Members Say About Griftbor

On the morning of October 24, 2019, at 10:35 a.m., the 'Griftbor' experienced an engine room fire while navigating through the Gulf of Finland. The vessel was transporting 3,077 tonnes of coniferous pulp wood, both in the hold and on deck, while traveling from Kunda to Monsteras. The diligent crew promptly extinguished the fire utilizing portable fire extinguishers, showcasing their swift response to the emergency. Following the incident, the 'Griftbor' altered its course and safely arrived in Tallinn at Paljassaare 36 at 09:00 a.m. on October 25 for a thorough damage assessment and necessary repairs. The repair work was successfully completed by November 23, and the vessel departed Tallinn at 6 p.m., heading towards Sodra Monsteras. The 'Griftbor' completed its voyage and arrived in Sodra Monsteras on November 25 at 9:15 a.m., ensuring continued operations after the incident.

Following a successful refloating operation, the cargo vessel Griftbor has departed from Hargshamn and has made its way to the Stockholm Ferry Terminal on October 9. The vessel's grounding raised concerns, but it has now resumed its operations, marking a positive turnaround for the maritime community.

On October 5, 2023, the bulk carrier 'Griftbor' encountered a troubling incident when it ran aground shortly after departing from Hargshamn at 11:30 a.m. The vessel was en route to Stockholm when it experienced a blackout, leading it to veer off the navigational fairway and strike the seabed while traveling at a speed of 4-5 knots. Although damage was reported to the ballast tanks in the foreship, no oil leakage has been observed, alleviating immediate environmental concerns. In response to the grounding, the Swedish Coast Guard promptly dispatched the patrol boats 'KBV 315' and 'KBV 202' to the scene. Throughout the day, Coast Guard divers conducted a thorough examination of the hull to assess the extent of the damage. Collaborative efforts with the Swedish Transport Agency were made to determine the next steps regarding the vessel’s situation. In addition, local authorities initiated a preliminary investigation, with the Coast Guard aiding in inquiries related to potential negligence during maritime operations. Fortunately, by October 6, the 'Griftbor' was able to refloat under its own power and made its way back to Hargshamn, escorted by the 'KBV 202.' A survey regarding the ship’s seaworthiness is scheduled for the following weekend. For further information, you can view additional details and photographs in the Swedish report here: https://www.kustbevakningen.se/hallbar-havsmiljo/nyhetsarkiv/stort-bulkfartyg-pa-grund-vid-hargshamn/