Reviews & Ratings for the Msc-Sandra

On April 4, 2019, at approximately 11:30 p.m., a spill of about 0.25 tons of fuel was reported at the Container Terminal XXI in Sines, located near Lisbon. This incident occurred during bunkering operations involving the Spanish tanker "Bahia Tres" (IMO: 9428671). In response to the spill, oil containment barriers were swiftly deployed to manage and recover the leaked fuel, aiming to mitigate its impact on the ongoing port activities. Efforts to clean the affected pier area are currently in progress, highlighting the terminal's commitment to environmental safety and efficient operations.

On April 24 at 7:38 PM, the MSC Sandra encountered a significant setback when it suffered a main engine failure while navigating through the pilot boarding area near Trois-Rivières, Quebec, positioned at 46°20' N latitude and 72°31.967' W longitude. After a period of immobilization, the vessel successfully made its way to Montreal, arriving at 3:10 PM on April 25. This incident highlights the critical importance of engine reliability in maritime operations.

On the morning of September 17, 2017, at approximately 9:15 a.m., the container ship MSC Sandra experienced an allision with the quay at the MSC Terminal in Bremerhaven while departing the harbor. The incident resulted in noticeable damage to the ship's port side stern, which sustained a dent and a breach above the waterline. Investigators suggest that fog conditions may have played a role in the accident. The MSC Sandra had arrived from Antwerp on September 16 and, after undergoing inspections and repairs, finally resumed her journey at 7:15 p.m., setting sail for Le Havre. For further visuals of the incident, you can view photos at the following links: [Photo 1](http://www.shipspotting.com/gallery/photo.php?lid=2737784), [Photo 2](http://www.shipspotting.com/gallery/photo.php?lid=2737785), [Photo 3](http://www.shipspotting.com/gallery/photo.php?lid=2737786), and [Photo 4](http://www.shipspotting.com/gallery/photo.php?lid=2739565).