Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Havila-Borg

The NGO Alarm Phone has reported a troubling incident in Malta’s search and rescue (SAR) zone, where the Armed Forces of Malta reportedly instructed the offshore vessel 'Havila Borg' to refrain from assisting 88 migrants, including 27 children and an infant, who found themselves in peril. The group was aboard an overcrowded vessel that had departed from Libya but suffered a mechanical failure. Alarm Phone alerted the 'Havila Borg' to the emergency, highlighting concerns that the migrants could face pushback to Tunisia or Libya. Despite alerting authorities and remaining close by for nine hours, the situation for the stranded individuals remained dire. The Armed Forces of Malta, positioned 12 nautical miles from the distress site, instructed 'Havila Borg' not to intervene. Ultimately, the plight of the migrants ended when the charity ship 'Ocean Viking' successfully conducted the rescue on February 13. The developing circumstances have prompted renewed discussions regarding the responsibilities and protocols of maritime rescue operations in the region.

In an exciting development for the maritime industry, the offshore vessels 'Havila Aurora' and 'Havila Borg' have successfully secured contracts with Total's exploration and production operations in the UK. Each vessel will be engaged for an initial period of three months, starting in May 2018, with an option to extend for an additional month. Notably, the 'Havila Borg' faced challenges back in 2016 when it was laid up alongside two other vessels, contributing to a significant job loss for 70 crew members. This recent contract win marks a positive turnaround for both vessels and offers renewed optimism for their operational future.