What Crew Members Say About Sapsan

In a significant move in the maritime sector, First Ship Lease has successfully sold their MR vessel, the 'Fsl Hamburg' (IMO: 9341611), built in 2005 by Hyundai Mipo. The transaction, valued at approximately USD 11.8 million, has been finalized with Greek buyers, Roswell Tankers. This deal underscores the ongoing activity and demand in the second-hand tanker market.

On the afternoon of March 28, the FSL Hamburg docked at Saint John, bringing with it three survivors from the tragic sinking of the yacht Tabasco 2. The incident occurred on the morning of March 27, when the yacht encountered treacherous seas off the coast of Nova Scotia, resulting in the loss of one man's life and leaving three sailors unaccounted for. Two additional survivors from the Tabasco 2 are currently at Yarmouth Regional Hospital, where they are being interviewed by RCMP officers and Canada Border Services Agency representatives. The Tabasco 2 experienced catastrophic failure in rough waters approximately 148 kilometers south of Cape Sable Island on March 26. The search for the missing sailors was suspended later that evening, and the case has now transitioned to a missing persons investigation. For more details, including photo and video coverage, visit [CTV News](http://www.ctv.ca/CTVNews/Canada/20120328/yacht-refugee-status-120328/).

On March 26, 2012, the tanker 'FSL Hamburg' played a crucial role in a harrowing maritime rescue off the southwestern coast of Nova Scotia, where a yacht encountered perilous conditions. The distressing event unfolded approximately 148 kilometers south of Cape Sable Island, resulting in the tragic loss of one crew member while two others sustained injuries. The yacht, carrying a total of nine Eastern European sailors, faced dire circumstances amid strong winds and towering waves reaching heights of 10 meters. Late that evening, the 'FSL Hamburg' answered an SOS call from the stricken vessel, promptly notifying the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre in Halifax at 10:30 p.m. Upon reaching the scene, the tanker crew discovered six individuals aboard the damaged yacht and three others struggling in the turbulent waters. Swiftly, they rescued three sailors while a rescue team from a Cormorant helicopter retrieved the remaining crew members. The conditions at sea were alarmingly treacherous with wind gusts exceeding 70 km/h. The helicopter crew quickly spotted flares signaling for help and descended to the chaotic scene. One survivor was frantically waving, prompting the deployment of a search-and-rescue technician who was lowered to orchestrate the efforts. A second technician facilitated the transfer of the rescued individuals between the helicopter and the beleaguered yacht. Sadly, three of the rescued men were suffering from hypothermia, with one in extremely critical condition who later succumbed to his injuries en route to Yarmouth Regional Hospital. As the yacht was tossed violently by the waves, two aircraft continued the search for the three missing sailors. A U.S. Coast Guard jet replaced a Canadian Hercules plane around 10:30 a.m. to assist in the search operations. The 'FSL Hamburg', en route from New York to Saint John, N.B., remained on standby as the situation unfolded, but the timeline for its arrival at the destination remains uncertain. As for the two surviving injured men, they are reported to be in fair condition. The remarkable rescue operation highlighted the bravery and dedication of all involved in this critical situation.