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On December 6, 2025, an incident on board the bulk carrier 'Nordic Malmoe' sparked concern as the vessel reported a fire and heavy smoke in its engine room while navigating the Alboran Sea, specifically while crossing the Strait of Gibraltar on its journey from Hamburg to Mersin. The tug 'Luz de Mar' (IMO 9320104) was promptly dispatched by the CCS of Salvamento Marítimo in Tarifa to assist the vessel. Fortunately, the crew aboard the 'Nordic Malmoe' managed to extinguish the blaze, which originated in the compressor room but did not compromise the main engine's functionality. After dealing with the situation, the tug 'Luz de Mar' returned to Algeciras. The 'Nordic Malmoe' had set sail from Hamburg on November 28 and was projected to reach Mersin by December 13.

On February 28, 2020, at precisely 5 p.m., the bulk carrier 'Nordic Malmoe' encountered a significant setback while navigating the English Channel. The vessel, which has an IMO number of 9413848, was making its way from Murmansk, Russia, to Fos sur Mer, France, with a cargo load of 33,500 tonnes of coal and a crew of 17 members. The trouble arose from a malfunction in the main engine cooling jacket, prompting the crew to halt their journey at coordinates 56°32'17.5"N, 007°23'57.5"W to initiate crucial repairs. After a rigorous effort, the repairs were successfully completed by 4:10 a.m. on February 29. The Nordic Malmoe then resumed its voyage, with an estimated time of arrival now set for March 9.