Working Conditions Aboard the Magda-P

On May 10, 2022, the Customs Surveillance Service conducted a thorough inspection of the bulk carrier 'Magda P' at El Musel in Gijón, Spain. This vessel, which had arrived from Barranquilla, was under scrutiny after a significant cocaine discovery of 200 kilos occurred at its port of departure. During the inspection in Gijón, the 'Magda P' was loaded with 55,000 tons of coal and docked at the North Dock around 2:10 PM. Prior to this, on May 7, law enforcement in Lisbon uncovered two backpacks filled with narcotics linked to the same ship. Fortunately, during the inspection in Gijón, no illegal substances were detected. The cocaine had initially been located by the Colombian Navy concealed within the coal cargo bags at the port of origin. Following necessary judicial and police procedures, the vessel was allowed to continue its journey, although international collaboration was sought to ensure thorough checks for any remaining hidden drugs within its cargo. The inspection process in Gijón required no judicial authorization, a contrast to the earlier findings in Lisbon and Colombia. For further details and visuals, visit the full report: https://www.elcomercio.es/gijon/inspeccionan-gijon-barco-embarco-cocaina-colombia-20220511001700-ntvo.html

The Centurion has successfully secured a new charter agreement, ensuring prompt delivery from southern Spain. The vessel will operate under a daily rate of $12,500, with the agreement set for redelivery in northern South America. This strategic move highlights the ship's versatility in handling international clinker transport.

On November 17, 2014, the bulk carrier 'Magda P,' which was en route from Guinea to Ukraine, anchored off the coast of Athens at 6:30 p.m. The ship's crew reported a Filipino member exhibiting potential symptoms of Ebola, prompting urgent medical evaluation. With a total of 24 crew members on board—10 Greek and 14 Filipino—the vessel chose to remain offshore rather than docking at the port. Medical personnel promptly boarded the 'Magda P' to assess the situation and ensure the safety of all involved.