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In a significant development in the maritime industry, a vessel has been officially sold to breakers. This transaction marks another chapter in the ongoing evolution of sea trade and asset management. The sale to breakers typically indicates that the vessel will be dismantled and recycled, highlighting the cyclical nature of maritime operations. As the industry continues to adapt, such transactions are essential for maintaining a sustainable fleet and addressing changing environmental regulations. Further details surrounding the sale, including the particular vessel name and its IMO number, have yet to be disclosed, but this move is indicative of broader trends in maritime asset management.

On the morning of July 18, 2017, the tanker 'Kriti Sea' ran aground in the Çanakkale Strait due to a technical malfunction, becoming lodged off Cape Nara. The vessel, which had departed from Marsaxlokk on July 2 and was en route to Batumi with an estimated time of arrival on July 20, was transiting through the Dardanelles at the time of the incident. Although the captain did not call for help immediately, assistance was provided by the tug 'Kurtarma 4' (IMO: 9335941) and the lifeboat 'Kiyi Emniyeti 9' (MMSI: 271010037), as the unladen tanker anchored nearby. By July 19, the 'Kriti Sea' remained aground, with the lifeboat 'Kiyi Emniyeti 9' accompanied by the tugs 'Kurtarma 1' (IMO-No.: 9598581) and 'Kurtarma 9' (IMO-No.: 9598581) for additional support. Around midday, the tanker began to move again, escorted by 'Kurtarma 4', steering towards Sevketine with an expected arrival time of 2 p.m. After the grounding incident, the vessel cleared the area by July 29, setting its course for Limassol, with an ETA of July 31 at 3 a.m. For more detailed reports featuring videos and photos, visit the following links: - [Deniz Haber](http://www.denizhaber.com/asayis/mt-kriti-sea-adli-tanker-canakkale-bogazinda-karaya-oturdu-h70357.html) - [Vira Haber](http://www.virahaber.com/mt-kriti-sea-isimli-tanker-canakkale-bogazinda-karaya-oturdu-44995h.htm) - [Getty Images](http://www.gettyimages.de/detail/video/greek-flagged-vessel-kriti-sea-is-seen-ran-nachrichtenfilmmaterial/818406578) - [Deniz Haber TV](http://denizhaber.tv/v/ONTIDMCzuEg)