The Jessica-B: Crew Feedback and Vessel Data

On February 27, 2025, a maritime incident occurred in Gemlik as the cargo ship 'Friends RS 1' (IMO: 7382665) collided with the vessel 'Jessica B' while attempting to maneuver out of the port. The allision took place as 'Friends RS 1' was departing stern first, resulting in an impact against 'Jessica B' at its berth, specifically striking the port aft side. The impact caused a puncture in 'Jessica B's' starboard side, which was above the waterline, leading to the release of ballast water into the sea under pressure. Local authorities promptly initiated a damage assessment at the scene to evaluate the situation. At 8:50 AM UTC, 'Friends RS 1' anchored off Gemlik at coordinates 40° 25' N, 029° 05' E. In light of the incident, an investigation has been started to determine the potential environmental impact and assess any pollution risks in the surrounding waters. The 'Jessica B' successfully berthed in Tuzla on March 4, while 'Friends RS 1' faced detention following the investigation and remained moored off Gemlik as of March 10.

The cargo ship 'Pochard' is scheduled to arrive in St. Petersburg on May 30 at 4 p.m. The vessel, en route from Dunkerque to St. Petersburg, encountered significant engine issues in the Kiel Canal at Groß-Königsförde on May 28, 2012, at 11 a.m. In response to the emergency, the tugs 'Kiel' and 'Holtenau' were dispatched from Kiel. The 'Holtenau' initially served as a stern tug before both tugs assisted the disabled ship through the Holtenau locks around 6 p.m. After safely navigating the locks, 'Pochard' was brought to Scheer Port in Kiel for necessary inspections and repairs. By 11 p.m. that same day, the engine problems were resolved, allowing the vessel to resume its journey eastward. For further details, you can view the original German report with accompanying photos at http://www.kn-online.de/Lokales/Kiel/Frachter-blieb-im-Kanal-liegen.

On May 28, 2012, the cargo vessel Pochard resumed its journey to St. Petersburg after undergoing a significant six-hour engine repair at Kiel-Scheerhafen. Following the repairs, the ship made a four-hour stop at the siding of Groß-Königsförde in the Kiel Canal. During this time, it received tug assistance from the local tugs Kiel and Holtenau, ensuring a safe continuation of its voyage.