Discover the Koningsborg: Ratings & Maritime News

After a necessary repair period, the vessel 'Koningsborg' has successfully departed from the port of Brest. The ship's departure occurred on February 11 at 10 a.m., with the assistance of the pilot vessel 'Pilots Brest' (MMSI: 227730220). The 'Koningsborg' is now en route to Bizerte, which is scheduled as its next port of call, with an estimated time of arrival set for February 18. This journey was initially interrupted due to propulsion issues and resulting cargo loss experienced on January 31.

Mariners navigating the waters near Guernsey are urged to exercise caution following the loss of approximately 200 wooden planks from the vessel 'Konginsborg'. These planks were identified around 25 miles west of Guernsey and pose a significant navigational risk. Guernsey Harbours has issued a warning that, due to the current weather conditions, this debris could make its way to the coast within the next two to three days. Mariners are strongly advised to remain vigilant while traversing these waters. For visual reference, additional information and images can be found at http://www.morglaz.org/archi-31decembre2015remorquagecargo.htm.

On January 31, 2015, at 5:25 a.m., the cargo ship 'Koningsborg' alerted CROSS Corsen regarding propulsion issues that rendered the vessel in need of immediate tug assistance. At the time, the ship was transporting a load of timber from Llovisa to Bizerte and was situated 18 nautical miles west of the island of Ouessant. The situation worsened overnight when engine failure led to a significant loss of deck cargo; fortunately, the stability of the vessel remained intact. In response to the emergency, the CROSS issued navigational alerts on VHF to other vessels operating in the vicinity. By 11:30 a.m., the Maritime Prefect ordered the emergency tug 'Abeille Bourbon' to assist in towing the damaged ship towards Brest. During the operation, the towing line snapped as the convoy navigated the Bay of Biscay southwest of Pierres Noires lighthouse, but the issue was quickly resolved. The 'Koningsborg' ultimately arrived at the port of Brest at 9:35 p.m. For further images and reports, visit the French press coverage: [Premar Atlantique](https://www.premar-atlantique.gouv.fr/communiques-presse/cargaison-perdue-durant-nuit-navire-avarie-large-ouessant-est-remorque-office-vers-brest.html), [France 3 Regions](http://france3-regions.francetvinfo.fr/bretagne/un-navire-en-avarie-au-large-de-ouessant-remorque-brest-894217.html), [Cote Brest](http://www.cotebrest.fr/2015/12/31/un-bateau-remorque-au-large-d-ouessant/).