Sleipnir Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

On the morning of May 3, 2026, at approximately 8:30 a.m., the colossal crane ship 'Sleipnir' experienced a complete power failure while navigating near Hundvåg in Stavanger. This catastrophic blackout resulted in the vessel losing both power and steering capabilities, causing it to drift dangerously close to the shoreline without any means of propulsion. Fortunately, quick-thinking tugs were dispatched to the scene, successfully establishing towing lines on the 'Sleipnir' by around 9:15 a.m. The vessel was halted mere meters from the coast and was subsequently towed out into the safer waters of the Åmøyfjord. It was held in position 59° 01' N 005° 42' E by the tugboats 'BB Power' (IMO: 9995959), 'BB Worker' (IMO: 9360051), and 'Bjonn' (IMO: 8223048). Fortunately, the situation was handled without the need for an evacuation and no structural damage occurred during the incident. However, an oil spill was reported, prompting cleanup crews to be deployed to mitigate the impact on the water and the nearby Skeisvika beach. Authorities have since initiated a formal investigation into the incident. Additionally, ferry services operated by Fjord1 between Stavanger and Hommersåk in Sandnes were temporarily suspended until approximately 10:10 a.m. For more updates and visual coverage of the event, you can view the reports with accompanying photos and videos on the following links: - [NRK Report](https://www.nrk.no/rogaland/kranfartoy-fikk-problemer_-_-var-fa-meter-fra-land-1.17869364) - [Rogaland News](https://www.rastavanger.no/storre-kranfartoy-med-motortrobbel-drifter-mot-hundvag/s/5-165-249929?fbclid=IwdGRleARkZkpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe4HDP7B9-bpVMZgddXZLg33BvA_0wIkuMUmrXZJ__3OUgazOG1gRng0kvCJ0_aem_YXd--blKtKq4NNNjMXdWVA) - [Video Coverage](https://www.rastavanger.no/vis/reels/video?selected=5-165-250217)

On July 30, 2024, activists from Greenpeace made their presence known at the construction site of a gas platform operated by the Dutch energy firm One-Dyas, located approximately 20 kilometers northwest of Borkum Island. A group of about 30 demonstrators utilized inflatable boats, life rafts, and kayaks to gather at the site, although their actions did not lead to disruptions in operations or impacts on maritime traffic. Dutch law enforcement received assistance from the water police of Lower Saxony to manage the situation on the drilling platform. Throughout the night, three of the life rafts that formed a makeshift protest camp were staffed by pairs of activists. However, for safety reasons, the rubber dinghies and kayaks were removed overnight. The protest was launched from Borkum port. Currently, the m/v 'Sea Seraya,' which was carrying construction materials, is docked and inactive. Despite the presence of emergency services from Lower Saxony, no intervention was made, and vessels from the Dutch coast guard also monitored the demonstration. It is important to note that the protest occurred within Dutch territorial waters, and the local water police maintained communication with their Dutch counterparts. Authorities had prior awareness of the planned action, which, while not formally registered, fell under the right to peaceful assembly provided no risks were posed. One-Dyas issued a statement acknowledging Greenpeace's campaign as tolerable as long as it remains non-violent. Nevertheless, the company expressed concern that such protests could hinder work on the construction site, potentially elevating the risk of accidents affecting individuals, wildlife, and the environment. For further details, including photos and videos of the event, visit https://www.ndr.de/nachrichten/niedersachsen/oldenburg_ostfriesland/Schwimmendes-Protestcamp-Greenpeace-Aktivisten-uebernachten-auf-See,greenpeace790.html.

On March 15, 2024, the Helimer 402 search and rescue helicopter came to the aid of a sick crew member aboard the 'Sleipnir', a vessel en route to Rotterdam, located over 300 miles from the coast of Galicia. The dramatic medevac took place at 10:20 p.m., with the patient being swiftly hoisted from the ship and airlifted to Alvedro airport. The operation was expertly coordinated by the Fisterra Rescue Center, which dispatched the Helimer 402 from Coruña's Alvedro airport while also utilizing the Sasemar 102 aircraft operating from Rosalía de Castro in Santiago. Upon arrival at Alvedro, an ambulance was ready to transport the crew member to a nearby hospital for urgent medical treatment. For further insight into this life-saving operation, a video detailing the event is available [here](https://twitter.com/i/status/1768983943099957492).