Discover the Guardamar-Urania: Ratings & Maritime News

On May 27, the Guardamar Urania played a crucial role in rescuing 53 migrants who were found stranded on an inflatable vessel off the coast of Arguineguín. The Civil Guard had tracked the inflatable boat after it departed from Dakhla on the morning of May 25, prompting the activation of search and rescue operations in the Atlantic. Efforts to establish communication with the migrants through satellite technology were unsuccessful, as the onboard phone failed to send a signal. In light of this, the search coordination center sought assistance from nearby merchant vessels. The vehicle carrier Glovil Challenge (IMO 9590591), which was en route to Sétubal, successfully located the distressed boat approximately 92 kilometers southwest of Maspalomas. The ship stayed with the migrants, maintaining their safety until dedicated search and rescue teams could reach them. Once on the scene, emergency responders facilitated the transfer of the migrants to the dock at Arguineguín, marking a successful operation amidst challenging conditions.

In a remarkable series of rescue operations on the night of May 8, the Spanish maritime rescue vessel 'Guardamar Polimnia' successfully evacuated 59 individuals, including a baby and two young girls, from a fragile boat, known as a patera, near Lanzarote. These migrants were safely brought ashore at Arrecife in the early hours of May 9. On the same day, another rescue effort was undertaken by the 'Guardamar Urania', which saved 62 individuals from an inflatable craft that had set sail from Cape Bojador in Western Sahara. The rescued group, primarily comprised of North African men, also included four sub-Saharan Africans and one woman, all of whom were transported to Arguineguín for further assistance. The operations were coordinated by the Maritime Rescue Coordination Center (CCS) of Salvamento Marítimo in Las Palmas, with critical support from the nearby tanker 'Nathea' (IMO: 1015088) and the vehicle carrier 'Glovis Symphony' (IMO: 9702429). For more detailed coverage and photographs of the rescue missions, visit: https://x.com/salvamentogob/status/2053124178102874438.

In a humanitarian effort on the night of April 21, 2023, the maritime rescue vessel 'Guardamar Urania' successfully saved 12 migrants from sub-Saharan Africa who were stranded on a cayuco approximately seven nautical miles southwest of the Port of Arguineguín. The rescue operation, which began in the early hours, was meticulously coordinated by the Centro de Coordinación de Salvamento Marítimo (CCS) based in Las Palmas. The disembarkation of the rescued individuals took place at 1:35 p.m. local time, marking a critical moment in their journey. For a detailed report accompanied by photographs, visit the official Twitter page of Salvamento Marítimo [here](https://x.com/salvamentogob/status/2046848174631846059).

On April 4, 2026, the Spanish fishing vessel 'Julia Y Olga' (MMSI: 224172950) played a crucial role in a rescue operation approximately 27 nautical miles offshore from Gran Canaria. Upon spotting a small boat in peril, the crew promptly informed the Maritime Search and Rescue Coordination Center (CCS) in Las Palmas. In response, the search and rescue vessel 'Guardamar Urania' was dispatched and successfully located the distressed boat, which was carrying 47 individuals. After their safe extraction, the group was transported to Arguineguín, where they were securely disembarked.

In a notable operation on February 25, 2023, the 'Guardamar Urania' successfully rescued 21 migrants, comprising 18 individuals from North Africa and 3 sub-Saharan Africans. The dramatic rescue took place approximately ten nautical miles south of Maspalomas, guided by the coordination efforts of the Las Palmas CCS of Salvamento Marítimo. The operation was initiated after the Civil Guard issued a distress report at 4:36 a.m. local time. Following the rescue, the migrants were transported to Arguineguín for further assistance. For a visual account of this event, visit: https://x.com/salvamentogob/status/2026557208998072795.

On January 15, the bulk carrier 'Eurostar' (IMO: 9546203), traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Las Palmas, encountered a migrant boat approximately 148 nautical miles southeast of El Hierro. The ship remained with the dinghy until the 'Guardamar Urania', a search and rescue vessel dispatched by Salvamento Marítimo, arrived on scene. The dinghy, carrying a total of 108 individuals, including two deceased, 82 men, 20 women, and four minors, was escorted to safety in Arguineguín, where it docked in the late afternoon. During this critical mission, one individual required urgent medical attention and was airlifted by the SAR helicopter Helimer 206 to Doctor Negrín Hospital in Las Palmas for treatment due to a serious health condition. After successfully completing the rescue operation, the 'Eurostar' continued its journey and reached its destination port on January 16. For further details, check the photo report here: https://x.com/salvamentogob/status/2011750477969473636

On November 25, an urgent rescue operation unfolded off the coast of Gran Canaria when a merchant vessel detected an inflatable boat carrying 42 migrants approximately 85 nautical miles south of the island. The 'Guardamar Urania' was promptly deployed to the scene to provide assistance. Following the successful rescue, the migrants were safely transported to Arguineguín for processing. In a separate incident the same day, a sailing yacht's crew spotted a canoe about 113 nautical miles south of El Hierro. The surveillance aircraft, Sasemar 103, confirmed the sighting leading to the mobilization of the 'Salvamar Navia,' which rescued around 100 individuals from the distressed canoe and subsequently brought them to La Restinga. To view images from the rescue operations, visit: https://x.com/salvamentogob/status/1993365995012968709.

On November 4, a precarious vessel carrying 15 individuals, including a minor, signaled for help approximately 18 nautical miles south of Maspalomas. The alarm was raised, prompting the CCS Las Palmas of Salvamento Marítimo to deploy the Sasemar 103 aircraft alongside a nearby merchant ship. The combined efforts of both units led to the discovery of the distressed boat, where all passengers were found to be in good health. The 'Guardamar Urania' then took charge, towing the vessel back to Arguineguín, where the migrants safely disembarked. For detailed visuals, you can view the report here: https://x.com/salvamentogob/status/1985671609902891388.

On October 20, 2023, a significant humanitarian mission unfolded as Salvamento Marítimo mobilized the SAR vessel 'Guardamar Urania' following a distress report from the bulk carrier 'Nord Topas' (IMO: 9992268). The incident occurred approximately 93 nautical miles from Gran Canaria, where an inflatable boat carrying 63 migrants, including 16 women and two minors, was spotted. Promptly responding, the 'Guardamar Urania' reached the location and successfully rescued all individuals aboard. The rescued migrants were subsequently transported to Arguineguín, marking another critical operation in maritime rescue efforts in the region. For more details, see the report with photo at https://x.com/salvamentogob/status/1980349394944946418.

In a remarkable maritime operation, the 'Guardamar Urania' conducted a rescue mission on October 14, 2023, at 7:06 p.m. (Canary time), saving 52 migrants from perilous waters. The group included 43 men, seven women, and two minors, who were found aboard an inflatable boat approximately 130 nautical miles from Punta Maspalomas. A vigilant merchant vessel first spotted the distressed craft and remained on the scene until the arrival of the Search and Rescue (SAR) unit. The safe disembarkation of the rescued individuals took place at the port of Arguineguín, concluding at 1:20 a.m. on October 15. This critical response was coordinated by the Las Palmas Maritime Rescue Center of Salvamento Marítimo, showcasing the vital efforts in protecting lives at sea.

On August 24, 2023, the search and rescue efforts off the Spanish coast intensified as three separate missions successfully rescued a total of 255 migrants. The first mission involved the 'Guardamar Urania', which bravely came to the aid of 248 individuals stranded on an overloaded cayuco. These migrants were safely disembarked at Arguineguín. In a separate operation, the 'Salvamar Spica' rescued seven migrants from a struggling boat, bringing them to safety in Almería. Meanwhile, the 'Salvamar Denébola' conducted a critical mission, retrieving several individuals swimming in perilous conditions and subsequently disembarking them in Algeciras. These coordinated rescue operations were efficiently orchestrated by the CCS of Salvamento Marítimo, which operates from Las Palmas, Almería, Tarifa, and Madrid. For detailed insights and images from these missions, you can visit the official report at https://x.com/salvamentogob/status/1959656456950775886.

In a remarkable operation on May 3, the Sasemar 102 aircraft successfully identified a small boat approximately 60 nautical miles off Cape Bojador. The Rescue Coordination Centre (RCC) of Salvamento Marítimo based in Las Palmas promptly dispatched the 'Guardamar Urania' to provide assistance. Meanwhile, the container ship 'One Hamburg' (IMO: 9395159), which was journeying from Singapore to Rotterdam, altered its course to assist. The vessel reported spotting the inflatable boat, noting it was travelling at a speed of four knots, and maintained a safe distance while providing an escort. The 'Guardamar Urania' reported at around 10:30 p.m. that all 50 individuals aboard the inflatable boat had been successfully rescued. The operation concluded with their safe disembarkation at the port of Arguineguín at 2:40 a.m. For more details and photos, visit the official report: https://x.com/salvamentogob/status/1918937319291117583.

On April 6, the Guardia Civil alerted the CCS of Salvamento Marítimo in Las Palmas regarding a distressed cayuco spotted approximately 15 nautical miles from Arguineguín. The rapid response of the 'Guardamar Urania' led to the successful rescue of 23 individuals aboard the vessel. In a separate incident on the afternoon of April 5, the CCS of Salvamento Marítimo in Tenerife was notified by the Guardia Civil about another cayuco located seven nautical miles off La Restinga. The 'Salvamar Adhara' took swift action, escorting the small boat with its four occupants safely to the port. For detailed coverage and images, visit the official report here: https://x.com/salvamentogob/status/1908823650721055229.

In a commendable rescue operation on March 21, the 'Guardamar Urania' successfully saved 19 migrants from North Africa, including two women and three minors, who were found stranded on a cayuco approximately five nautical miles south of Pasito Blanco. The operation kicked off at 4:15 a.m. local time, with the migrants being disembarked in Arguineguin shortly after. This timely intervention was orchestrated by the CCS Tenerife of Salvamento Marítimo, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by individuals attempting the perilous journey across the sea. For more details, visit the official report: https://x.com/salvamentogob/status/1902985764851343854.