Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Nearchos-K

In the early hours of August 3, 2025, the Port Authority of Thira received urgent notification regarding a malfunction involving the 'Nearchos K' during its scheduled departure. Specifically, a failure in the cable mechanism of the ramp lifting system was identified, prompting the vessel to return to her berth in Thira without incident. On board the ship were 12 passengers, 92 trucks, and a crew of 24 members. In light of the situation, the Port Authority of Thira has prohibited the vessel from leaving port until a repair certificate is submitted from the overseeing classification society.

In a significant development for Greek maritime transport, Creta Cargo Lines, a prominent player in the shipping industry, has finalized the acquisition of the ferry 'Urd' from SeaLines. This newly acquired vessel will enhance services connecting Piraeus to Crete and is eagerly anticipated in Greek waters. The official handover is scheduled for March 31, 2025. Following its delivery, the 'Urd' will be transported to Greece, where it will undergo essential maintenance and refurbishments before starting operations on this vital route.

On November 14, 2020, a dramatic medevac operation took place off the coast of Grömitz involving the ferry 'Urd'. A 51-year-old Latvian crew member sustained a serious head injury after a fall on board, prompting immediate medical assistance. The ferry was traveling from Travemünde to Liepaja when the ship's captain alerted the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) in Bremen at 6:45 PM, while situated approximately 15 nautical miles east of Grömitz. The 'Hans Hackmack', a lifeboat from the German Maritime Search and Rescue Service (DGzRS), along with an aircraft from Northern Helicopter (NHC), were swiftly dispatched to assist in the emergency. As the ferry changed course to meet the lifeboat, the two vessels rendezvoused about 19 miles offshore in the Mecklenburger Bight. Despite SE winds blowing at 3 Beaufort and minimal swell of 0.4 meters, the crew of the 'Hans Hackmack' successfully boarded the ferry. Two crew members equipped with emergency medical supplies were able to stabilize the injured sailor and prepare him for a safe hoisting operation. Using a stretcher, rescuers lifted the victim aboard the helicopter where he received urgent medical care before being transported to the hospital. The 'Urd' resumed its journey to Liepaja, successfully docking on November 15. For more details, view the German report with accompanying photos: https://www.seenotretter.de/aktuelles/seenotfaelle/ansicht/news/seenotretter-helfen-schwerverletztem/

Starting August 13, 2020, Stena Line is set to boost its freight services by introducing a new port of call in Karlskrona, Sweden, along its established route linking Latvia and Germany. This strategic addition enhances the ferry connection between Liepaja, Latvia, and Travemünde, Germany, creating more efficient trade and transportation solutions for freight customers navigating between the Baltic region and southern Scandinavia. The current route utilizes two Danish-flagged RoPax vessels, 'Stena Gothica' and 'Urd', each measuring 171 meters in length and equipped with a freight capacity of 1,600 lane meters. The newly added Karlskrona port call will initially operate on Thursday evenings in the direction from Liepaja to Travemünde, further facilitating seamless trade operations across these crucial markets.