What Crew Members Say About Navios-Unison

On March 29, 2019, at 8 a.m., the bulk carrier 'Navios Unison' experienced significant engine failure while navigating the Elbe River near river kilometer 648, close to Hetlingen/Lühesand. The vessel had departed from Hamburg at 6 a.m., bound for Rotterdam, and was sailing downstream toward the North Sea. Fortunately, tugboats were dispatched to assist and successfully regained control of the ship. It was then redirected to Finkenwerder, where it anchored at coordinates 53° 32.84' N, 009° 49.96' E, operating at a reduced speed of five knots. Attempts to depart once more at 3:30 p.m. were thwarted by a recurrence of engine issues during the maneuver. Tugs including 'VB Prompt', 'VB Perfect', 'ZP Bulldog', and 'Mooring Tug 4' towed the 'Navios Unison' back to the pilings for additional repairs. The vessel, with a draught of 13.2 meters, can only navigate to the North Sea during high tide, with the next opportunity slated for March 30 at 7 p.m. Ultimately, the 'Navios Unison' set sail from Hamburg on March 30 at 7:55 p.m. with a projected arrival in Rotterdam by March 31 at 6:30 p.m. For a detailed report with visuals, visit: [Tageblatt](https://www.tageblatt.de/lokales/blaulicht_artikel,-Navios-Unison-Havarie-auf-der-Elbe-vor-Gruenendeich-_arid,1431691.html?fbclid=IwAR0fEDJSZUDd5HT7ira118ZjMR9FDjeHbwrSO2XJRyPOFPOlxkw4ob6paSk).

In a significant maritime transaction, a vessel has been sold for an impressive $50.3 million to the renowned Greek shipping company Navios. The deal includes a time charter agreement set at $26,663 per day, indicating strong future earnings potential for the new owners. This acquisition exemplifies Navios's ongoing investment strategy in the shipping sector, reinforcing their position as a key player in the industry.

In a significant development, Hapag Lloyd has successfully finalized a new charter agreement for a period of 12 to 14 months. The deal involves trading routes across key regions, including Asia, Mexico, Balboa, and Colombia, with an attractive daily rate of $28,000. This strategic move is expected to bolster Hapag Lloyd's operations in these vital maritime markets.