Karin Vessel Reviews and Specifications

On October 8, 2019, the 'Patron' encountered significant engine damage while docked at Antalya. Following this unexpected technical malfunction, the Harbour Master revoked the vessel's departure permission pending necessary repairs. State surveyors conducted an assessment on board to evaluate the progress of the repairs. Once the extent of the repairs was determined, the 'Patron' was repositioned from the inner port of Antalya to the nearby anchorage, where the crew continued their diligent repair work.

On April 19, 2019, the freighter 'Patron' encountered a mechanical failure in the Firth of Forth during the early hours at approximately 12:40 a.m. The vessel was on its journey from Tarragona, having departed on April 9, heading toward Rosyth. By 2:15 a.m., two tugs were deployed to take the disabled ship in tow, and after a coordinated effort, the 'Patron' was safely secured at the Rosyth dockyard by 5:20 p.m. This incident highlights the importance of prompt maritime assistance in ensuring the safety of vessels in distress.

In the early hours of January 18, 2019, at precisely 2:40 a.m., the cargo ship 'Patron' encountered a critical engine blackout while navigating the North Sea. The vessel, which was journeying from Rotterdam to Caen, had a crew of eight on board and was situated at coordinates 51°27'32" N, 1°56'41" E, approximately 19.32 miles off the coast of Margate. The 'Patron' was transporting 6,049 tonnes of slag at the time of the incident. In response to the emergency, the Dover Coastguard swiftly initiated a search for tugboat availability to assist the stranded vessel. Fortunately, the crew was able to rectify the issue, allowing the 'Patron' to continue its journey. The ship successfully docked at Blainville-sur-Orne in Caen at 9:20 a.m. on January 19, marking the end of a challenging episode in its voyage.