Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Pioneer
IMO: 9111436
General Cargo Ship, Hong Kong
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Vessel Details
MMSI
477257300
Callsign
VRMU3
Width
23.0 m
Length
169.0 m
Reviews (1)
Andrew
2025-04-26
Position: Chief Engineer
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Looking for information about this vessel. Has anyone worked on this ship? Good food and quarters?
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No personal experience yet, just gathering info.
Latest News (1)
End of an Era: Pioneer Bulk Sugar Carrier Departs with Final Australian Crew
The Pioneer bulk sugar carrier embarks on its farewell journey under the Australian flag as it heads to Singapore for the last time with its local crew aboard. Owned by Sugar Australia, which specializes in sugar refining and exporting, the vessel has significant ties to the Mackay Sugar cooperative, holding a 25% stake, while Singapore-based Wilmar controls the remaining 75%. This transition marks a significant shift as Sugar Australia opts to employ a foreign crew, set to take over upon the ship's arrival in Singapore on Tuesday. Alex Fenn, the chief Industrial Relations officer, has been a pivotal part of the Pioneer’s journey since its acquisition from The Netherlands 17 years ago, witnessing the vessel's flagship status in the Australian maritime industry. For more details, you can visit the ABC News article at http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-15/last-pioneer-voyage-with-australian-crew/5094442.
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🚓 Was Pioneer detained or arrested?
Based on available news reports, Pioneer has been mentioned in connection with detention-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning detentions. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
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