Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Ksl-Seattle

In a concerning incident, the bulk carrier 'KSL Seattle' was boarded by a group of eight armed individuals on June 13, 2025, at 11 p.m. The vessel was navigating through the eastbound lane of the Traffic Separation Scheme in the Singapore Strait, located at position 1° 6.5' N 103° 44.1' E, approximately 2.2 nautical miles from Pulau Cula. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries among the crew, and nothing was stolen during this alarming breach. Authorities are investigating the incident to enhance maritime security in the region.

In a notable development, Cargill has successfully finalized a new charter agreement for the transportation of 160,000 tons of ore. The shipment will take place from Ponta da Madeira to Ijmuiden, with a fixed rate of $8.50 per freight tonne. The anticipated timeline for this operation spans from May 5 to May 10, with a six-day shipping notice to be confirmed (shinc). This charter contract comes as a relet from RWE, reinforcing Cargill's strategic logistics capabilities in the maritime sector.