Working Conditions Aboard the Span-Asia-77

On April 9, 2022, the cargo vessel 'Coherence' faced a critical situation when it encountered significant water ingress in its engine room. This incident occurred in the Gulf of Guinea, approximately 382 nautical miles southeast of Abidjan, off the coast of Ivory Coast. At the time of the emergency, the 'Coherence' was en route from Pointe Noire to Lisbon, with an estimated time of arrival set for April 26, 2022. The situation highlights the ongoing challenges of maritime safety and the importance of effective response measures in similar scenarios.

On January 27, 2011, a significant fire incident occurred on the vessel 'Esbjerg', which had recently arrived from Vigeroe and was docked at the Flensburger Schiffbau Gesellschaft yard for maintenance. The blaze ignited amidst welding operations when flammable lubricants unexpectedly caught fire. Quick action was taken to contain the flames by promptly sealing the hatches, which prevented further escalation. Local fire rescue teams arrived swiftly and successfully extinguished the fire later that afternoon, minimizing damage and ensuring safety at the repair yard.