What Crew Members Say About Ria-De-Aldan

A significant maritime legal case is unfolding in Caracas, Venezuela, as the tragic sinking of the tuna fishing vessel 'Canaima' will now be evaluated by the country's maritime court. On May 15, 2024, the 'Canaima', engaged in tuna fishing operations in the Pacific Ocean, met with disaster when it was struck by another tuna vessel, the 'Ría de Aldán', belonging to the Vigo-based company Wofco. This unfortunate incident occurred roughly 240 miles off the coast of Punta Pitt, located on San Cristóbal Island, near the renowned Galapagos Islands. The collision resulted in severe damage to the stern of the 'Canaima', leading to its rapid sinking. Among its 25 crew members, 24 were successfully rescued; however, Venezuelan marine biologist Faustino Riveiro Cabrera is still missing, with his body remaining unrecovered. As the maritime court prepares to commence proceedings under the leadership of Dr. Marcos Armas, the focus will be on determining the liability of the 'Ría de Aldán' in this incident and the broader implications for Venezuela's already dwindling fishing fleet. This case marks one of the first major shipwreck events to be addressed by Venezuela's maritime courts, which were established in the early 2000s, underscoring its importance in the evolution of Venezuelan maritime law. For further details, including photos and videos, visit the full report: https://runrun.es/noticias/610970/tribunal-maritimo-venezolano-decidira-sobre-el-hundimiento-del-buque-canaima/

A tragic maritime incident unfolded on May 15, 2024, approximately 240 miles off Punta Pitt, near San Cristóbal Island, when the fishing vessel 'Ría de Aldán' collided with the trawler 'Canaima' (IMO: 7123485). The accident led to the capsizing and sinking of the 'Canaima,' resulting in the disappearance of biologist Faustino Riveiro Cabrera, a 53-year-old Venezuelan with roots in Vigo. Reports indicate that while the crew of the 'Canaima' managed to escape in an auxiliary boat, Faustino bravely returned to the sinking longliner moments before its descent. The 'Ría de Aldán' swiftly responded by rescuing survivors and initiating a search operation for the missing inspector, with assistance from the nearby vessel 'Tunapesca.' In conjunction, the Ecuadorian Navy deployed the coast guard ship 'San Cristóbal' and called for further support from vessels in the vicinity. Initially, the 'Ría de Aldán' sustained minor damage, specifically a crack in the bow bulb, but remained operational during the rescue efforts. For further details and a video report, visit: https://www.lavozdegalicia.es/noticia/somosmar/2024/05/17/desapareceun-biologo-hijo-vigueses-naufragio-atunero-proximo-galapagos/00031715956306038255900.htm