Reviews & Ratings for the Minerva-Georgia

On the evening of July 8, 2012, a significant maritime incident unfolded in the Aegean Sea as the Suezmax crude oil tanker Minerva Georgia collided with the pleasure/fishing vessel Always Summer near the northeastern section of the Kafireos Straits. The impact resulted in noticeable bow damage to Always Summer. Subsequently, both vessels were directed to proceed to Karystos for thorough inspections and investigations. At the time of the collision, m/t Minerva Georgia was en route from Novorossiysk to Rotterdam, carrying a cargo of crude oil, while m/v Always Summer was making its way from Lavrion to Skyros. As of the afternoon on July 9, m/t Minerva Georgia remained anchored off the coast of Karystos awaiting further developments. This incident serves as a reminder of the potential dangers present in busy maritime routes. For further updates, visit Maritime Bulletin at http://www.odin.tc.