What Crew Members Say About Hoheplate

On January 20, 2019, the freighter AS Laetitia found itself incapacitated (NUC) due to mechanical issues while navigating the Thermaikos Gulf. The vessel, with a crew of 15 on board, did not request external assistance during this unexpected situation. A nearby patrol boat was dispatched to monitor the situation. Fortunately, the crew managed to address the mechanical failure independently, allowing the AS Laetitia to set sail towards Thessaloniki around 8 PM the same day. Following its arrival, the port authority conducted a preliminary investigation, resulting in the ship's temporary detention until a class certificate was issued by the responsible classification society. The freighter was cleared for departure on January 21 at 8:15 PM and made its way to Istanbul, docking at 11 PM on January 22. The AS Laetitia is scheduled to continue towards Gemlik, with an estimated time of arrival set for January 23 at 3:30 PM.

On February 14, 2018, the cargo vessel 'AS Laetitia', which was transporting goods from Ambarli to Piraeus, encountered a technical malfunction while navigating the Dardanelles Strait. This incident necessitated the vessel to drop anchor at 10 a.m. at the Karanlik Liman anchorage. In light of the technical failure, the strait authority temporarily revoked the vessel's passage permission until it undergoes necessary permanent repairs. The crew promptly initiated repair work approximately six nautical miles off the coast of Kepez, at coordinates 40° 01' 30.48" N and 26° 17' 35.04" E.

In an exciting recent development in the maritime sector, a container ship has been acquired for $4.8 million by German-based MPC Container Ships. This strategic purchase highlights the ongoing investment trends within the shipping industry as companies seek to enhance their fleets and capitalize on market opportunities.