Discover the Marina: Ratings & Maritime News

On March 3, 2026, a tragic event unfolded aboard the cruise ship 'Marina' while it docked at the Luis Piedra Buena pier in Puerto Madryn. The vessel was on a regional route, originally set to include a stop at the Falkland Islands, where the passenger had intended to disembark due to health issues. Unfortunately, the passenger's medical condition deteriorated during the journey, prompting the crew to expedite their arrival in Puerto Madryn to seek medical assistance. Upon docking, the ship's medical staff swiftly implemented emergency procedures and coordinated with Argentine maritime authorities and health officials. Despite their best efforts, the passenger passed away while the ship was at the port. Authorities immediately activated the necessary protocols for such incidents, which involved appropriate measures to handle the situation, including transferring the body back to the passenger’s home location. Preliminary examinations suggested that the cause of death was natural, with no indications of foul play or suspicious circumstances. The investigation into the incident was conducted in accordance with maritime and health guidelines under the oversight of the Argentine Naval Prefecture, responsible for managing port and maritime operations throughout Argentina. Although the 'Marina' arrived earlier than scheduled, all planned activities and excursions continued as normal, with the ship set to depart at 5:00 p.m. heading for Montevideo and Buenos Aires. Tourist operations remained unaffected despite the unfortunate incident.

In a swift response to a medical emergency, the Port Authority of Thira was alerted on the morning of May 3 regarding a 28-year-old crew member aboard the vessel 'Marina.' The ship, anchored in the serene waters of Fira Bay, required urgent medical assistance for the crew member, necessitating immediate transfer to a hospital. The crew member was successfully evacuated and placed onto the vessel 'Nefeli,' which promptly transported him to the port. Upon arrival, an ambulance was on standby, ready to swiftly take the patient to a private clinic for further treatment. This operation underscores the critical importance of maritime medical readiness in ensuring the health and safety of seafarers.

On May 1, 2023, the Kefalonia Port Authority received urgent news regarding an 84-year-old passenger aboard the 'Marina', which was docked at Argostoli's harbor. The elderly individual required prompt medical attention, leading to the swift dispatch of an ambulance. The patient was promptly transported to the General Hospital of Kefallinia for further treatment. Meanwhile, the 'Marina' resumed its planned journey, continuing on to the port of Chania without delay.

In a significant maritime operation, the 'Marina' and 'Caribbean Princess' have teamed up to facilitate the repatriation of 59 Costa Rican crew members at the bustling Port of Limón. The 'Marina' docked on June 4, 2020, with 17 crew members aboard, while the 'Caribbean Princess' is set to arrive on June 5 to disembark an additional 42 staff. The disembarkation process commenced at 6:00 a.m., adhering to stringent health protocols akin to those enforced at international airports. This includes mandatory Covid-19 testing for all individuals involved. The Professional Migration Police will be present to conduct essential immigration checks before notifying the crew members of a required 14-day sanitary isolation period. Both vessels are scheduled to depart from Puerto Limón once the repatriation process has been successfully completed, ensuring the safe and responsible return of the maritime personnel.