The Marfaam: Crew Feedback and Vessel Data

On the evening of July 9, 2018, the freighter 'Marfaam' encountered a fire while docked at the New Fishing Port in Harlingen. The incident was triggered by flames igniting an aerial platform located below deck, resulting in a significant amount of smoke that wafted out upon the opening of hatches. Local authorities quickly advised residents to secure their windows and doors as a precaution. Fortunately, the fire brigade acted swiftly to bring the blaze under control, ensuring that there were no casualties, as the vessel was unoccupied at the time. Following the successful extinguishing of the fire, the crew proceeded to ventilate the ship. The 'Marfaam' had arrived from IJmuiden six days earlier and subsequently departed Harlingen on August 2 at 8:30 p.m. for Gdynia, with an estimated arrival on August 8. For detailed visuals and further reports, consider checking out the following Dutch news sources: 1. [Scannews - Harlingen Fire](http://www.scannernet.nl/nieuws/actueel-nieuws-harlingen/scheepsbrand-industriehaven-harlingen) 2. [Friesland Actueel](https://www.frieslandactueel.nl/2018/07/10/flinke-rookontwikkeling-bij-brand-in-vrachtschip-harlingen/) 3. [LC Friesland](http://www.lc.nl/friesland/Veel-zwarte-rook-bij-brand-vrachtschip-in-Harlingen-23355175.html) 4. [Harlingen Online](https://harlingenonline.nl/forse-brand-in-vrachtschip-in-de-haven-van-harlingen/)