Stavros Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

The bulk carrier 'Stavros' has sparked controversy by transporting a significant shipment of coal from Russia, despite the European Union's stringent sanctions on Russian coal. On August 29, 2022, the vessel successfully loaded 53,000 tons of coal at the Taman Bulk Cargo Terminal and made its way to a port near Iskenderun, Turkey, arriving on September 5. Managed by Eastern Mediterranean Maritime, located in Athens, the ultimate ownership of the 'Stavros' remains unclear, as does the origin of the coal itself. This comes in the wake of EU sanctions that took effect on August 10, which included a four-month wind-down period prior to enforcement. Recently, the European Commission reinforced the sanctions, making it clear that EU companies are prohibited from providing services such as financing or insurance for any coal shipments that originate from Russia. The final destination and intended use of this coal shipment remain a mystery.

In a significant maritime transaction, a vessel has been sold to a group of Greek buyers for a remarkable sum estimated at $13.4 million. This deal highlights the continued interest and investment in shipping assets within the Greek maritime industry.

On February 2, 2019, the bulk carrier 'Nord Manatee' encountered elevated sulphur levels in its engine while navigating the northeast bound lane of the Dover Strait traffic separation zone. The incident occurred at precisely 6:15 PM, with the vessel located at coordinates 51 15.3358 N, 001 58.4734 E during its journey from Bordeaux to St. Petersburg. Following the technical issue, the ship resumed its voyage at 7:30 PM and is expected to arrive in St. Petersburg on February 7.