Neptune-Galene Vessel Reviews and Specifications

On June 15, 2024, at 12:40 a.m. UTC, the vehicles carrier 'Neptune Galene' departed from the Port of Melbourne, setting course for Busan with an estimated time of arrival on June 28. This voyage comes after the vessel encountered generator issues in Port Phillip Bay on June 11, shortly after returning from Antwerp, which resulted in a significant loss of power. Following this incident, the ship was securely docked at Webb Dock West for cargo discharge. It was then relocated to a lay-by berth at Appleton Dock, where it was officially detained by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) pending essential repairs. The AMSA issued this detention under the Navigation Act 2012, citing mechanical failures within the electrical generating system. On June 14, AMSA officials confirmed that the vessel would remain detained until it met compliance with the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS). In response, Neptune Lines, the vessel's owners, engaged surveyors and repair vendors to address the identified engine defects. Moreover, the AMSA stipulated that once the necessary parts were installed and tested, the vessel's Classification Society would need to conduct a survey of the repairs and functionality before it could be released. Ultimately, the 'Neptune Galene' successfully resumed its journey on June 15, heading back toward Busan New Port in South Korea.