What Crew Members Say About Olivia

In a noteworthy transaction within the maritime industry, a vessel has been sold for an impressive $7.1 million to buyers who wish to remain anonymous. This sale underscores the continued investment trend in maritime assets amid evolving market dynamics.

On January 16, a swift response by a Coast Guard boat crew led to the medevac of a 27-year-old man who was aboard the vessel 'Boraq,' approximately six miles off the coast of Matagorda Anchorage. The situation began when, at 9:20 a.m., the crew of the 'Boraq' reached out to the watchstanders at Sector Corpus Christi, reporting that their chief officer was suffering from blurry vision, severe headaches, and vomiting, symptoms stemming from an accidental fall on January 15. In response to this medical emergency, the Coast Guard promptly deployed a 29-foot response boat from Station Port O'Connor, manned by an EMT-trained Coast Guardsman. After successfully retrieving the crew member, he was conveyed back to Station Port O'Connor, where local EMS took over and transported him to Memorial Medical Center in Port Lavaca for further medical treatment. The quick action of the Coast Guard showcases their vital role in maritime safety and emergency response.