Mv-Ocean-United Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

In a significant maritime incident, the Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) 7 has suspended the safety certificates of two vessels, the "Fastcat M 11" and the "Ocean United," following a collision that occurred at Lauis Ledge near Talisay City on October 18 at 8:45 p.m. The captains of both vessels, Jerome Davalos of the Fastcat M 11 and Jose Joel Gulfan of the Ocean United, have been placed under preventive suspension as authorities initiate a thorough investigation into the matter. The Fastcat M 11, which was transporting 70 passengers and 12 rolling cargoes bound for Tubigon, Bohol from Cebu City, collided with the cargo ship, which had recently departed from Talisay City and was making its way to Cebu City. In response to the incident, the Coast Guard deployed a rescue vessel with a medical team to the scene to provide necessary assistance. Fortunately, an inspection by the Marine Environment Protection Team confirmed there were no oil spills resulting from the collision. However, four individuals sustained injuries during the incident. They have been identified as Daniel Fuentes (38), Manuel Veloso Jr. (48), Anacleto Dico Jr. (47), and Cary Angelo Bilga (28). Thankfully, all four are in stable condition. As part of the ongoing investigation, officials will assess whether the vessels require drydocking for repairs. During this process, both vessels will remain docked and prohibited from sailing while their safety certificates are under suspension.

In a startling maritime incident on October 18, 2018, at 8:45 PM, the container ship 'Ocean United' collided with the fast ferry 'Fast Cat M11' near Lauis Ledge, just south of Talisay City, Cebu. The fast ferry, carrying 70 passengers, was en route to Tubigon, Bohol, while the 'Ocean United' had just arrived from Manila. The collision inflicted severe damage on the ferry's stern, leading to the tearing off of its roof and the displacement of several passenger seats. In the aftermath of the crash, three individuals sustained injuries: Daniel Fuentes, 38; Manuel Veloso Jr., 48; Anacleto Dico Jr., 47; and Cary Angelo Bilga, 28, who fortunately suffered only minor injuries. Following the incident, Fuentes, Veloso, and Dico were transported to a medical facility for treatment, while Bilga remained on board. Despite the damage, the ferry successfully navigated back to Cebu City, docking at Pier 3 without assistance. Both vessels have been retained in Cebu for a thorough investigation into the cause of the accident.