The Longviking: Crew Feedback and Vessel Data

On October 18, 2018, the cargo ship 'Longviking' encountered an engine blackout while maneuvering in the port of Riga, resulting in damage to berth No. MKR 13. Fortunately, the vessel only experienced minor damages and faced no navigational restrictions. Following the incident, a Letter of Undertaking (LoU) for €250,000 was issued, allowing 'Longviking' to depart from the port. The ship successfully reached Avedore on October 20, 2018, at 5:50 PM.

An exciting opportunity arises in the maritime sector as the Dutch auction house BVA prepares to auction a fleet of 12 multipurpose vessels owned by Abis Shipping, a renowned Dutch project specialist. Bidding is set to close at the end of this month, following the vessels' seizure on behalf of lead creditor Rabobank. The ships were secured at two Dutch ports earlier this month. BVA emphasizes the uniqueness of this auction, highlighting the chance to acquire 12 very similar ships all at once, a rare occurrence in the industry. Founded in 2007, Abis Shipping continues its operations with nine additional vessels currently engaged in trading.

On August 7, 2014, a significant fire erupted in the cargo hold of the vessel "Abis Cadiz" while it was docked at the Htzootbahd warehouses in Haifa. The ship, which had delivered a shipment of scrap metal from Ravenna, experienced a dangerous spike in gas levels within the hold, leading to thick smoke that alarmed both crew members and dock workers. Quick to respond, they initiated firefighting measures immediately. Five dedicated firefighting teams utilized ladder access and foam jets to combat the blaze, while additional support came from a tug equipped for firefighting and a shore brigade from the Haifa Port. Their combined efforts ensured the fire was successfully extinguished within an hour, around noon, preventing any spread to adjacent cargo holds. Despite the fire’s intensity, the vessel sustained several damages to its hull and cargo. One crew member suffered a hand injury in the incident and required medical attention at Rambam Hospital. Initial assessments indicated that the "Abis Cadiz" retained its seaworthiness post-incident. In the aftermath, port authorities launched an investigation into the fire and conducted a thorough inspection of the vessel. For further insights, check the Israeli report, which includes photos and videos: [Link 1](http://www.mako.co.il/news-israel/local/Article-a669e21f200b741004.htm) [Link 2](http://reshet.tv/%D7%97%D7%93%D7%A9%D7%95%D7%AA/news/Domestic/internal/Article,158620.aspx) [Link 3](http://goo.gl/QAdynJ).