Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Rlo-Merchant

The oil tanker 'RLO Merchant' departed from the Strom Quay in Bremerhaven at 2:30 a.m. on April 17 and subsequently docked at an oil depot in the inner harbor at 4:45 a.m. Following the docking incident, which resulted in damage to the vessel, plans are in motion to unload the ship before sending it for repairs at a nearby shipyard. Reports indicate damage to the compass deck as well as the searchlight and satellite dish. The vessel's hull also exhibited visible impairment just above the water line on the starboard side. Preliminary investigations by local water police suggest that the vessel’s 50-year-old captain made a navigational error while attempting to berth next to the 'Vilnia Maersk' and did not heed the advice provided by the consulting pilot. As the investigation is still ongoing, the exact cause of the incident has yet to be determined. Importantly, authorities confirmed that the captain was not under the influence of alcohol at the time of the mishap. As of April 23, the 'RLO Merchant' remains stationary in harbor. Full report with images can be found [here](https://www.kreiszeitung-wesermarsch.de/region/tankschiff-rammt-zwei-frachter-an-der-stromkaje-hoher-schaden-366370.html).

On April 15, 2026, the 'RLO Merchant' bunker tanker encountered a mishap in Bremerhaven when it allided with two stationary container vessels at Strom Quay. The ships involved were the 'W. Kampala' (IMO: 9215311) and 'Vilnia Maersk' (IMO: 9778533). The incident occurred around 4:20 p.m. as the tanker attempted to dock alongside the 'Vilnia Maersk' to refuel. However, strong currents thwarted the maneuver, resulting in damage to both the 'Vilnia Maersk' and its docked neighbor, the 'W. Kampala.' Fortunately, authorities reported no injuries or pollution as a result of the collision. The local water police have documented the event and imposed a sailing ban on the 'RLO Merchant.' Additionally, administrative actions are underway against the vessel's 50-year-old captain. A thorough investigation is still being conducted. Following the incident, the 'W. Kampala' departed Bremerhaven later that same day, heading for Antwerp with an expected time of arrival (ETA) on April 17, while the 'Vilnia Maersk' also set sail, bound for Klaipeda, with an ETA of April 18.

On September 8, 2018, at 2:30 a.m., the vessel "Atlantis Antalya" experienced a technical difficulty involving the controller for its variable pitch propeller. This incident occurred while the ship was anchored approximately 14.5 nautical miles off the coast of Dover, specifically at the coordinates 51° 11.71' N and 1° 40.81' E. The ship, which was making its way from Rotterdam to Dublin, successfully resolved the issue and continued its journey with an estimated time of arrival (ETA) set for September 10.

April 28, 2010, marked a challenging day for the 'Atlantis Antaliya,' as the vessel encountered a collision with the Marshall Islands-flagged tanker m/v 'Nordanvind' (IMO: 9037123) while navigating the bustling waters of Istanbul. The incident resulted in minor injuries to both ships, leaving them with some dents and scratches. This event highlights the ongoing maritime challenges and risks present in busy sea lanes, underscoring the need for heightened navigational awareness in the region.