Discover the Orange-Ocean: Ratings & Maritime News

In a remarkable display of maritime heroism, the tanker 'Orange Ocean' came to the aid of solo sailor Kirill Vladimirovich Mikhaylov, 53, from St. Kitts and Nevis, during a life-threatening incident in the Atlantic Ocean. The rescue took place on December 6, 2024, approximately 420 miles north of Puerto Rico when a fire broke out on Mikhaylov's 46-foot sailing vessel, 'Poesterd,' while he was making his way from Bermuda to the picturesque island of St. Maarten in the Eastern Caribbean. On that fateful morning, the Coast Guard Sector San Juan Command Center was alerted to a distress situation after receiving an unregistered EPIRB signal. Swiftly responding, the watchstanders initiated an Enhanced Group Calling and an Automated Mutual-Assistance Vessel Rescue (AMVER) callout, notifying nearby vessels of the emergency. The tanker 'Orange Ocean' promptly responded to the distress signal and altered its course to the last known position of the 'Poesterd.' Upon arrival, the crew discovered the sailing vessel engulfed in flames and taking on water. Acting quickly, the crew deployed a rescue boat and successfully retrieved Mikhaylov, who was unharmed and reported no medical issues. This incident underscores the vital role of maritime coordination and the quick actions of vessels at sea in ensuring safety. For further details and a compelling photograph from the rescue, please visit the official Coast Guard press release: https://www.news.uscg.mil/Press-Releases/Article/3987879/coast-guard-tanker-ship-orange-ocean-rescue-boater-from-vessel-on-fire-sinking/