The Pegas: Crew Feedback and Vessel Data

A maritime transaction has taken place with a vessel being sold to undisclosed buyers for a total of $0.9 million. Details about the specific vessel have not been disclosed, leaving the maritime community curious about this recent sale. The deal reflects ongoing activities in the shipping industry as buyers continue to invest in marine assets.

On March 4, 2012, the water police halted the bulk carrier 'Pegasus' in the Northern Lock of the Kiel Canal in Brunsbüttel due to severe overloading concerns. The vessel, which was en route to Bremerhaven, had entered the lock at 1 p.m. carrying a hefty load of 970 tons of heavy fuel. Authorities discovered that the ship's draught surpassed the permitted limit by eight centimeters, translating to an excess of approximately 38 tons of oil. As a result, the vessel was prohibited from continuing its journey until the draught was brought within acceptable limits. The German captain faces a fine in light of this violation. Following the removal of ballast water, the 'Pegasus' was cleared to resume its passage to its intended destination.