What Crew Members Say About Odysseas-L

On January 9, 2020, the bulk carrier 'Odysseas L.' encountered a steering malfunction while navigating through the waters en route from Amsterdam to Canada. The vessel, carrying a crew of 18 and operating in ballast condition, was approximately 3.5 miles from Dungeness Point at coordinates 50°52'03" N, 000°54'57" E when the incident occurred. In response to the steering defect, the ship departed from the southwest lane of the Traffic Separation Scheme, employing emergency steering measures. The Dover Coastguard was promptly informed about the situation. Once repairs were carried out, the Odysseas L. was able to continue its journey.

On May 23, 2019, a shocking maritime incident unfolded when the bulk carrier 'Odysseas L.' was assaulted by a group of seven armed robbers at the Taboneo Anchorage (coordinates: 03° 43' 00'' S, 114° 26' 18'' E) at approximately 1:30 p.m. The swift action of the vigilant duty watchman played a crucial role in the early detection of the breach, prompting the crew to sound the alarm. The intruders, brandishing knives, menaced the crew as they swiftly pilfered various ship's stores before making their escape. Following the alarming report, Taboneo Port Control dispatched a patrol vessel to the scene to assess the situation and enhance security measures in the area. This incident underscores the ongoing risks faced by vessels in certain maritime zones and the necessity for heightened vigilance.

On June 8, 2015, a dramatic rescue unfolded approximately 350 miles southeast of Long Island Sound, New York, when the U.S. Coast Guard, along with the bulk carrier 'Odysseas L,' provided critical assistance to the stranded sailing vessel 'Alien 1.' The incident began when the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre Halifax alerted the Coast Guard command center at the 1st Coast Guard District around 5 p.m. on June 7, reporting that the 44-foot yacht had gone disabled with two individuals on board. The 'Odysseas L,' traveling from Brake to Baltimore, was the first to respond, notifying RCC Halifax of the situation and agreeing to stay on scene until rescuers arrived. The Coast Guard Cutter 'Spencer' from Boston quickly responded to the distress call. Once they reached the scene, a crew member from the 'Spencer' used a small boat to transfer the two people from 'Alien 1' to safety aboard the cutter. Subsequently, the 'Spencer' secured the yacht and is now en route toward land, ensuring the welfare of those onboard.