Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Maya-S

The Turkish freighter 'Maya S' has once again been detained, this time on September 3, 2023, in Kocaeli, Turkiye. The vessel was found to have 41 deficiencies, with six classified as serious enough to warrant detention. The critical issues identified include: 1) Steering gear alarm malfunctioning 2) Cracks in ventilators, air pipes, and casings affecting water and weathertight conditions 3) Insufficient crew training and familiarization regarding pollution prevention measures 4) Inoperable fire fighting equipment hindering fire safety readiness 5) Non-compliance of fire detection and alarm systems with necessary standards 6) Lapses in the structural integrity for fire prevention measures After a brief hold, the 'Maya S' was released from detention on September 8 and departed for Istanbul Anchorage on September 9, where it anchored at coordinates N 40° 58' E 028° 54'. The freighter is set to continue its journey to Braila, with an estimated time of arrival slated for September 13. It’s noteworthy that the vessel's previous detention occurred on March 4 in Aliaga, where it was held for three days due to 15 deficiencies. This recurring pattern raises ongoing concerns regarding the vessel's compliance with maritime safety and operational standards.

On March 4, 2025, the vessel 'Maya S' faced detention in Aliaga due to a total of 15 reported deficiencies, with one severe issue that warranted the detention. The critical deficiency involved the fire safety mechanisms, specifically the fire pumps and associated piping, which did not meet required safety standards. After addressing the identified issues, the 'Maya S' was released from detention on March 7 and set sail towards Braila, with an estimated time of arrival (ETA) scheduled for March 11.