Discover the Pictor: Ratings & Maritime News

On June 17, 2019, the cargo vessel MV Pictor encountered significant engine troubles due to damage to its engine piston while docked in Port Louis, Mauritius. The incident prompted the ship to remain in port for repairs, specifically to replace the affected piston. As of June 20, the MV Pictor continued to be stationed in Port Louis, awaiting the necessary maintenance to resume its operations.

On April 10, 2019, the vessel 'Pictor' encountered a series of mishaps at Chittagong Port, leading to notable railing damage. The first allision occurred at 10:30 AM when the 'Pictor' collided with the barge 'Ananna,' resulting in a two-meter long damage to the ship's railing. This incident was followed by a second mishap later that afternoon at 1:30 PM, when the 'Pictor' made contact with another barge, the 'Jobayer Abdullah-5,' causing further damage of six meters to the railing. These incidents highlight the ongoing challenges faced by vessels navigating in close quarters at busy ports.

The maritime community was alerted on January 10, 2019, when the vessel 'Pictor' ran aground in the Mississippi River at coordinates 029 11 40 N, 089 16 09 W, close to 12 Mile Anchorage at Cubit's Gap. The grounding occurred at approximately 9:20 a.m., immediately halting vessel traffic in the vicinity as authorities worked to manage the situation. Fortunately, by 1:20 p.m. the 'Pictor' was successfully refloated and safely berthed in New Orleans, restoring normal operations along the busy waterway.