Reviews & Ratings for the Marry-s

In the early hours of January 12, 2026, a fire ignited in the hold of the ‘Marry S’ while it was undergoing maintenance at Damen Shiprepair, located on the Lange Lijnbaan in Harlingen. Quick action from the fire department, which arrived with heavy firefighting equipment, successfully contained the blaze and prevented it from spreading further. Dense smoke filled the area, leading to challenges for emergency services, as roads in Friesland were treacherously slippery due to weather conditions. The first responders successfully managed to bring the fire under control by approximately 2 a.m., and fortunately, there were no reported injuries. Following the incident, ventilation was initiated in the warehouse to disperse the smoke. Preliminary investigations suggest that the fire was likely a result of a short circuit in a cable that ignited multiple cleaning cloths. The wet condition of the cloths contributed to the significant smoke emission, although the damage was ultimately minimal. The ‘Marry S’ had arrived in Harlingen on December 17, 2025, for repairs and was expected to resume service by the end of January. For more in-depth coverage, including photos and video, consult the following sources: [Schuttevaer](https://www.schuttevaer.nl/nieuws/actueel/2026/01/12/grote-brand-in-schip-marry-s-bij-damen-harlingen/), [Omrop Fryslân](https://www.omropfryslan.nl/nl/nieuws/18113816/zeer-grote-brand-op-schip-in-harlingen), and [MSN](https://www.msn.com/nl-nl/nieuws/Binnenland/zeer-grote-brand-in-scheepswerf-harlingen/ar-AA1U1mwS?cvid=69648b78bce14473b940a9ace87c5091&ocid=hpmsn).

On January 20, 2020, at 05:25 AM, the cargo vessel 'Marry S.', encountered a critical blackout and engine failure approximately seven miles northwest of Pendeen, Land's End. Following a thorough investigation, it was determined that a leaking oil pipe was the culprit behind this operational setback. In response, the crew swiftly undertook necessary repairs. Remarkably, the Marry S. was able to resume its journey from Ijmuiden to Drogheda on the same day and is expected to arrive by January 27 at 7 PM.

Two vessels, the 'Aldebaran J' and 'Marry S', have recently docked in Antwerp following a notable collision incident. The 'Aldebaran J', which heaved into the Vrasen Dock at 9:50 p.m. on June 28, sustained a puncture in its hull above the waterline, resulting in damage to several of its cargo containers as well. The following morning, at 7:15 a.m. on June 29, the 'Marry S', which experienced significant bow damage, docked at dock 5. Both ships are scheduled for extensive repairs at a yard before they can resume their voyages. To address the necessary repairs, the 'Marry S' was transported to Holland Shipyards in Giessendam, where it arrived at 5:00 a.m. on July 5.

In a notable maritime incident on June 27, 2018, at 6:20 a.m., the cargo vessel Aldebaran J and the bulk carrier Marry S collided on the Wester Scheldt waterway, near the Spijkerplate, close to Ritthem. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries among the crew members. The Aldebaran J sustained damage to its bow, while the Marry S suffered a hole in its hull. Environmental safety was maintained, as there was no pollution or spillage from the accident. Following the collision, both vessels anchored on Flushing roads, awaiting investigations to be conducted by Rijkwaterstaat. The Aldebaran J, which had departed from Grangemouth shortly after midnight on the same day, was headed towards Antwerp and was later moored at coordinates 51° 25.00' N 003° 35.37' E on the morning of June 28. Meanwhile, the Marry S had left Antwerp just before midnight on June 26 and was anchored at 51° 24.90' N 003° 34.56' E. For additional details and media coverage, interested parties can refer to these Dutch sources: [Omroep Zeeland](https://www.omroepzeeland.nl/nieuws/106685/Twee-schepen-in-aanvaring-op-Westerschelde), [HV Zeeland](https://www.hvzeeland.nl/nieuws/35820-twee-schepen-in-aanvaring-westerschelde/?utm_source=hvzeeland&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=home), [112 Vlissingen](https://www.112vlissingen-souburg.nl/2018/06/28/17197/twee-schepen-botsen-op-westerschelde-voor-ritthem), and [Binnenvaart Log](https://binnenvaartlog.nl/twee-schepen-in-aanvaring-op-westerschelde/).