Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Missouriborg

On February 22, 2020, the freighter 'Missouriborg' encountered a significant propulsion failure while navigating through the traffic separation scheme off the coast of Ushant. The incident occurred in the early afternoon, raising immediate concerns for maritime safety and environmental protection. As the disabled vessel drifted dangerously, the Maritime Prefect of the Atlantic issued a request to the ship's owner at 9:30 p.m. to ensure prompt action was taken to mitigate the risks presented by the 'Missouriborg'. At that time, the vessel was reported to be less than 17 nautical miles west of Ushant. When the ship failed to restore adequate propulsion by the deadline set by authorities, the French offshore tug 'Sapeur' (IMO: 9270397) was dispatched for assistance. The towing operation began at 11:45 p.m. On February 24, the 'Missouriborg' remained safely secured at its anchorage near Douarnenez Bay, positioned at 48° 12.42' N 004° 28.67' W. The vessel was transporting cargo from Setubal to Mäntyluoto, with an expected arrival date of February 28, but departed Douarnenez Bay on February 25 and ultimately reached Mäntyluoto at 9:30 a.m. on March 3. For further details, you can view the French report with accompanying images at: https://www.premar-atlantique.gouv.fr/communiques-presse/remorquage-du-cargo-missouriborg-par-le-remorqueur-sapeur.

On October 11, 2018, the cargo vessel 'Missouriborg' encountered a temporary engine issue while navigating from Archangel to Dunkirk. With a crew consisting of 10 members and transporting a substantial 8,055 tonnes of wood pellets, the situation unfolded around 10 a.m. in the vicinity of coordinates 51°17.40.2'N and 01°50.23.4'E. The crew promptly informed the Channel Navigation Information Service (CNIS) about the overheating engine, but thankfully, after conducting repairs, they confirmed that the engine was operational again. The CNIS, alongside CROSS Gris Nez, kept a close watch on the vessel's course as it resumed its journey. The 'Missouriborg' ultimately reached Dunkirk safely, docking at 4:30 p.m. the same day.