Discover the Rozana: Ratings & Maritime News

The Turkish-owned bulk carrier, 'Rozana', has successfully transited the strategic Strait of Hormuz on March 13, 2026, after obtaining the necessary clearance from Iranian authorities. This passage is part of its journey towards Suez. Turkish Transport and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloglu revealed that 'Rozana' is one of 15 Turkish-owned vessels currently in the vicinity, with the ship receiving authorization due to its prior docking at an Iranian port. While 'Rozana' is on its way, the other 14 vessels remain in limbo, as Ankara continues to engage in diplomatic discussions with Tehran amidst ongoing regional conflicts and restricted access to this critical maritime chokepoint. It is noteworthy that the Turkish fleet in the area is manned by a total of 171 crew members. This development comes in light of Iran's selective approval for vessels from certain countries, contrasting with broader disruptions that have persisted since February 28.

In a significant move against the Russian blockade, three additional bulk carriers have successfully arrived in Ukraine’s waters, ready to load approximately 130,000 tons of grain and ore. The bulk carrier 'Azara' docked at the port of Yuzniy on the evening of September 22, 2023, joining the ranks of other vessels challenging the blockade. Notably, the Chinese bulk carrier 'Ying Hao 01' also made its way to the same port. Meanwhile, the bulk carrier 'Eneida' reached Chornomorsk later that evening, contributing to the ongoing efforts to transport essential goods out of Ukraine amidst ongoing tensions.

On September 23, 2019, at approximately 6:20 PM, the vessel 'Bosphorus Prince', while traveling from Pecem to Teesport, experienced a significant anchor failure. This incident occurred at coordinates 54° 41.850' N, 000° 51.100' W, just off the Echo Tees Anchorage, situated 10.6 miles from the mouth of the River Tees. In an effort to address the situation, the crew successfully engaged the main engine to assist in lifting the starboard anchor from the seabed. Unfortunately, they encountered further complications when they were unable to restart the main engine, leading to the discovery of broken piston rings during subsequent inspections. Repair efforts for the engine are expected to take around 1.5 days. Throughout this incident, the Humber Coastguard and Tees Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) maintained vigilant oversight of the situation. By September 24 at 9:40 AM, Tees VTS confirmed that the 'Bosphorus Prince' had moved outside of their jurisdiction. They reported that due to the prevailing westerly current, the vessel, if it were to drag its anchor, would drift away from critical pipelines in the area. As of September 25, the ship remained securely moored at coordinates 54° 41.79' N, 000° 50.78' W.

In a significant maritime transaction, a vessel has been sold to buyers from Syria for the sum of $2.7 million. This development marks an important move in the shipping industry, reflecting ongoing economic activities in the region. The sale showcases the continued interest of international buyers in acquiring vessels, despite fluctuating market conditions.