Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Mt-Samurai

On January 25, 2019, during a routine voyage from Brisbane to Agbami at a speed of approximately 10.2 knots, the tanker 'Samurai' faced a dangerous situation off the coast of Liberia. Early in the morning, two skiffs carrying seven to eight individuals approached the vessel with malicious intent to board. Reacting swiftly, the dedicated crew of the 'Samurai' accelerated the ship's speed, successfully evading the attackers, who ultimately retreated and abandoned their pursuit. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by maritime vessels in piracy-prone areas.

On August 15, 2015, at precisely 11:35 a.m., the NSRI Mykonos duty crew was dispatched following a medical emergency reported by the tanker 'Samurai.' A 39-year-old Indian crew member onboard was experiencing symptoms indicative of a heart attack, prompting immediate action from the Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA). The vessel was approximately 25 nautical miles offshore from Saldanha, making its way towards the port. In response, the lifeboat 'Spirit of Freemasonry' was deployed, with a paramedic from SA Paramedic Services on board. They met the tanker nine nautical miles offshore and were able to assess the situation quickly. Upon arrival, they discovered that the patient was stable, which was a relief considering the circumstances. The crew member was subsequently transferred to the lifeboat and later brought to the sea rescue base at Mykonos. From there, he was transported by an SA Paramedic Services ambulance to the hospital for further medical assessment and treatment. This swift response highlights the critical role of maritime emergency services in ensuring the safety and well-being of crew members at sea. For further details and photos, visit: http://www.nsri.org.za/2015/08/patient-medivaced-off-ship-2/

On November 16, 2010, the oil tanker MT SAMURAI, identified by IMO number 9378876, found itself under threat from pirates while navigating through the Indian Ocean. At approximately 02:45 UTC, the vessel was targeted by a skiff deployed from a mothership, situated near coordinates 5° 5' 24" N, 25' 12" E, about 475 nautical miles northwest of Malé. Demonstrating commendable seamanship, the crew of the SAMURAI executed evasive maneuvers, successfully avoiding the assault. Fortunately, the incident did not result in any injuries to the crew or damage to the ship.

On November 16, 2010, at 02:45 UTC, the vessel SAMURAI, identified by IMO number 9378876, encountered a dangerous situation while navigating through the Indian Ocean, approximately 475 nautical miles northwest of Male. As it sailed in position 5° 5' 24" N, 25' 12" E, the crew faced a harrowing moment when they were pursued and fired upon by pirates operating from a skiff launched from a mothership. Fortunately, the skilled crew of the SAMURAI executed evasive maneuvers that allowed them to successfully evade the attack, with no injuries reported to either the crew or the vessel itself.