Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Orasund

On March 30, 2026, a significant maritime incident unfolded in the New Waterway near Hoek van Holland when the tanker 'Orasund', on its journey from Rotterdam to Liverpool, suffered a sudden blackout just prior to 2 p.m. UTC. This alarming situation nearly led to a collision with the Stena Line bridge. In a swift response to avoid disaster, the crew executed a sharp maneuver, unfortunately resulting in the vessel striking a nearby pole. Following the incident, the 'Orasund' navigated further out of the port under the guidance of three tugboats and successfully moored at the Caland Canal by 3:30 p.m. The vessel resumed its journey shortly before 8 p.m. UTC on March 31, with an expected arrival at its destination port scheduled for April 3. For further details, including photos and video footage of the incident, visit [Westlanders](https://westlanders.nu/nieuws/bijna-aanvaring-nieuwe-waterweg-door-black-out-olietanker/) and watch the coverage on [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dYkSs5TH7Eg&t=1s).

On November 10, 2017, the tanker 'Orasund' experienced an engine blackout while navigating the Kiel Canal en route from Soby to Hamburg. The incident occurred around 2:30 p.m. near the Levensau bridge, leaving the vessel stranded. A prompt response saw the tug 'Stein' dispatched from Kiel to provide the necessary assistance. Following the tug's arrival, the 'Orasund' successfully resumed its journey and dropped anchor at the South Anchorage of Brunsbüttel after completing the canal transit at approximately 4:25 a.m. on November 11. The vessel then continued its voyage toward Hamburg, ultimately berthing at NHG-ADM in the Köhlbrand at 9:30 p.m. on November 12.