The Morandi: Crew Feedback and Vessel Data

On October 13, 2020, the bulk carrier 'Morandi', en route from Yuznhiy to Lanshan, was compelled to make an emergency stop at Bandar Aceh. This sudden course change was necessary to facilitate the transfer of a 48-year-old Filipino crew member who tragically passed away. Prior to his death, the crew member had been experiencing acute abdominal pain and suffered a heart attack. After the body was transferred to a local morgue, the 'Morandi' continued its journey, resuming its voyage later that same day with an estimated time of arrival in Lanshan set for October 22.

In a significant move within the shipping industry, TMS Dry has successfully purchased a fleet of four bulk carriers, namely the Super Star, Wish Star, Moritz Oldendorff, and Valley Star. The en bloc transaction, valued at an impressive $123 million, marks a notable expansion for the Greek shipping company. This acquisition not only enhances TMS Dry's operational capacity but also reflects the robust demand for bulk carriers in the current maritime market.