Reviews & Ratings for the Msc-Talia-F

On April 19, 2025, the 'MSC Talia F', a container ship carrying various cargo, including hazardous materials, experienced significant engine issues approximately eight nautical miles east-northeast of Punta Melenara (Lat. 28.2159 Lng. -15.1904). The vessel was en route from Valencia to Nouakchott when it became disabled and began drifting southward at a speed of about two knots, influenced by north-northeastern winds gusting between 25 and 30 knots and swells reaching approximately two meters. In response to the emergency, Salvamento Marítimo dispatched the salvage tug 'Heroinas de Sálvora' (IMO: 9960112), which arrived on scene at 9:50 p.m. local time. The tug successfully established a tow line with 'MSC Talia F' just before midnight, enabling a safe tow to the port of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The troubled vessel was berthed safely at approximately 4 a.m. UTC on April 20. Initial investigations suggested that the engine failure was likely due to a malfunction in the fuel pump. After undergoing necessary repairs, the 'MSC Talia F' departed the port once again at 4:30 a.m. on April 21, ultimately reaching its destination port on April 24. For further details and visuals of the incident, visit the report here: https://safety4sea.com/container-ship-suffers-mechanical-failure-off-gran-canaria/

In a thrilling development, the seven crew members from the vessel 'MSC Talia F.' who were kidnapped during a piracy incident on March 22 have been located and are now safe. The crew members are currently receiving medical evaluation at Port Harcourt Hospital, ensuring their well-being post-abduction. This positive update was confirmed by the Secretary-General of the European International Shipowners Association of Portugal on May 8. The maritime community breathes a sigh of relief as these brave individuals are reunited with their loved ones.

In a harrowing incident on March 22, 2020, at 7:30 a.m., the cargo vessel 'MSC Talia F' fell victim to a pirate attack in the Gulf of Guinea, situated between Sao Tome and Libreville. Of the 17 crew members on board, seven, all reported to be Ukrainian nationals, were forcibly taken by the assailants. The MSC Talia F was on a routine voyage from Lome to Libreville at the time of the incident. Following the attack, the ship successfully resumed its journey at 11:15 a.m. and is expected to reach Libreville by 8 p.m. the same day.