Reviews & Ratings for the Kareem-.r

The cargo vessel 'Kareem R' was once again detained on September 17 in Sfax, marking its second detention in a span of just six months. This latest inspection revealed a staggering 28 deficiencies, with seven deemed critical enough to warrant the ship's detention. The issues highlighted include unsafe labor conditions stemming from corroded winches and capstans, unsafe machinery affecting living and working conditions, and multiple fire safety violations, such as improperly maintained firefighting equipment and alarm systems. Additionally, the lifeboats were found lacking in maintenance, and the engine room cleanliness did not meet required standards. After resolving these issues, the 'Kareem R' was released on September 19 and is now headed to Alexandria, with an estimated time of arrival set for September 25. Notably, the vessel's previous detention occurred on March 6 in Iskenderun, where it faced 14 deficiencies and was kept in port for two days. The repeated detentions point to ongoing compliance challenges that must be addressed to ensure maritime safety.

On March 6, 2025, the vessel "Kareem R" faced detention in Iskenderun due to a total of 14 identified deficiencies, with three being critical enough to warrant the vessel's hold. The serious inadequacies involved crucial areas of maritime safety, including: 1) Navigation Risks - The nautical publications onboard were outdated; 2) Fire Safety Mechanisms - Remote control of machinery spaces did not meet required standards; 3) Communication Systems - The marine radio installation was not in compliance. Following a swift correction process, the "Kareem R" was released on March 7 and set sail towards Damietta, with an expected arrival on March 10. This incident came after a previous detention on January 25, 2024, in Ambarli, where the vessel was held for eight days due to 24 reported deficiencies.