What Crew Members Say About Mxd-Quanzhou

On November 28, 2016, the vessel 'Equinox Dawn' faced a rigorous port state control inspection in Rostock, revealing significant breaches of environmental regulations. Authorities discovered not only an improper switch to low-sulfur fuel while navigating the Baltic Sea but also the unlawful storage of fuel residues in an unauthorized tank. In conjunction with the Rostock state prosecutor's office and the Federal Maritime and Hydrographic Agency, a total safety fine amounting to €3,000 has been imposed on the management of the ship. This incident highlights the ongoing vigilance of maritime authorities in enforcing environmental compliance within the shipping industry.

The Food Directorate of Bangladesh has deemed two shipments of Russian wheat unusable due to spoilage, totaling 9,930 tons. The bulk carriers involved are the 'Spar Libra', carrying 51,000 tons of wheat loaded in Novorossiysk, and the 'Equinox Dawn', which holds 48,300 tons of wheat from Tuapse. Both vessels are currently anchored south of Chittagong. An official refusal to accept these shipments was issued by the Food Directorate on April 5, 2016, highlighting ongoing concerns over food safety and quality.