Discover the Safeen-Power: Ratings & Maritime News

In the early hours of January 13, 2020, a security breach occurred on the container ship 'Nordic Wismar' while it was anchored at position 14:22.91S – 040:42.55E in Nacala Anchorage, Mozambique. As the night watchman conducted his rounds on the deck, he spotted two intruders armed with long knives approaching. Acting swiftly, the watchman alerted the duty officer, who promptly raised the alarm and notified the rest of the crew. A subsequent inspection of the vessel revealed that a long rope was missing from the forward storage area. This incident highlights the ongoing security challenges faced by maritime vessels in the region.

In a notable maritime transaction, a vessel has been sold to Norwegian buyers NRP for a total of $20 million. This deal includes financing arrangements and a time charter that ensures the vessel is leased at a rate of $11,500 per day, set to continue until October 2016. This acquisition highlights the ongoing demand for maritime assets and robust charter agreements in the shipping industry.

On March 1, 2013, the container ship Niledutch Beijing faced lubrication issues while navigating the waters off the South African West Coast. The vessel, which had set sail from Namibe on February 22, suspected lube oil contamination as the source of the problem. In response to the emergency, the tugboat Smit Amandla (IMO: 7385215) was dispatched to provide assistance. The tow was successful, and the Niledutch Beijing was brought safely to its berth at the Eastern Mole in Cape Town, arriving on March 4, around 4:30 p.m. For images of this operation, visit: http://www.tugspotters.com/site/content/2013/03/smit-amandla-with-niledutch-beijing-in-cape-town/