Phantom Vessel Reviews and Specifications

On September 19, 2019, at approximately 6:00 PM, the bulk carrier 'Phantom', with IMO number 9105701, encountered a grounding incident while navigating the Göta River near Lilla Edet. The vessel had set sail earlier that day from Gothenburg at 2:15 PM, bound for Lidköping, transporting a cargo of coke and coal. Following the grounding, the ship experienced water ingress and listed slightly, prompting a quick response from emergency services. Eight units from the Maritime and Air Rescue Center were deployed to the scene. Fortunately, 'Phantom' was able to back off from the shallow area using its own engine power and proceeded to a nearby pier on the Göta Alv, where divers conducted a thorough inspection of the hull. After ensuring the vessel's integrity, it continued its journey, eventually reaching its destination in Lidköping on September 23, 2019, where it berthed at the East Port at 10:45 PM. For more details and images, refer to the Swedish report available at Sveriges Radio.

A dramatic incident involving the Gibraltar-flagged vessel Phantom off the coast of Öland in 2012 has been attributed to several critical factors. A recent report by the Swedish Accident Investigation Authority (Statens Haverikommission) outlines that excessive deck loading, inadequate ballast for ship stability, and deficient loading manuals and guidelines played significant roles in the maritime episode. The findings were made public on July 11th, shedding light on the challenges faced at sea and emphasizing the need for stricter safety measures in maritime operations.

The investigation into the recent accident involving the vessel 'Phantom' is anticipated to extend until summer as the Accident Investigation Board is awaiting crucial reports on the ship's stability. While the exact cause of the vessel’s problematic list remains unknown, it has been established that there was a significant shift in the deck cargo. Currently, the 'Phantom' is docked at the Oskarshamn yard, where essential repairs are set to take place. This includes necessary work on the electrical wiring within the cabins, scheduled to be completed within approximately one month. Stakeholders are closely monitoring the situation as repairs progress.