Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Pierre-De-Fermat

On July 9, 2020, a crew exchange took an unexpected turn aboard the vessel 'Pierre de Fermat' when four Malagasy sailors tested positive for COVID-19. This incident occurred during a scheduled crew change in Brest and involved a total of 20 sailors who were preparing for a mission spanning several months. The health and safety of maritime crews continue to be a priority as the industry navigates the ongoing pandemic.

Earlier this month, a significant disruption to broadband services occurred when a fishing trawler reportedly struck an undersea cable in the Irish Sea, leading to a widespread slowdown of internet speeds for local customers. In response to the incident, the specialized repair vessel, Pierre de Fermat, was quickly deployed to the scene. Utilizing a remotely operated vehicle (ROV), engineers worked tirelessly to pinpoint and assess the damage to the affected submarine broadband cable. The speculation surrounding the cause of the break centers on the fishing trawler or potentially a ship's anchor interfering with the fragile cable infrastructure. Crews dedicated their efforts around the clock to restore connectivity for users impacted by this unfortunate event.