Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Seaspan-Rio-De-Janei

In a significant development for maritime operations, Maersk has successfully finalized a new charter arrangement. This contract entails trading in the strategic regions of Gibraltar and West Africa over a period of 4 to 6 months. With a lucrative daily rate of $10,000, this deal is expected to enhance Maersk's operational footprint in these key markets, highlighting the company's ongoing commitment to strengthening its global shipping capabilities.

A tragic incident occurred on June 16, 2012, when a worker lost his life after falling 25 feet down an elevator shaft on the cargo ship 'Rio de Janeiro Express'. The accident transpired at 10:49 a.m. while the man was performing maintenance atop the elevator. During his work, he slipped and fell, becoming wedged between the elevator and the shaft. Emergency responders from Rescue 5 quickly arrived on the scene, lowering equipment to rescue him. Once freed, he was transported to street level using a ladder bucket. The injured worker was rushed to Richmond University Medical Center but unfortunately arrived in critical condition due to severe trauma, including a significant leg injury. He was pronounced dead shortly after arrival at the West Brighton facility. At the time of the accident, the 'Rio de Janeiro Express' was docked at the New York Container Terminal in Howland Hook, Mariners Harbor. For further details, you can view the report with video coverage here: http://statenisland.ny1.com/content/top_stories/163230/man-falls-to-death-while-working-on-cargo-ship.