Stella-Kosan Vessel Reviews and Specifications

On the evening of August 7, 2016, at 9:25 PM, the LPG tanker 'Stella Kosan' faced a potentially catastrophic situation as it neared the Spijkenisser Bridge in Rotterdam. As the vessel approached via the New Waterway, the two components of the bridge remained closed, leaving motorists stranded with the gates locked. In a critical moment, the experienced captain of 'Stella Kosan' executed a swift maneuver, engaging the engine in reverse, and managed to halt the ship's advance less than 100 meters from the barrier. To avert an allision, the tanker grounded itself on a nearby sandbar, coming to a controlled stop. Just after 10:40 PM, the situation was resolved, allowing the unloaded tanker to resume its course toward Moerdijk with the assistance of tugboats. For additional details, you can view Dutch reports with photographs here: [Hoogvliet Albrandswaard](http://hoogvlietalbrandswaard.debotlek.nl/nieuws/schipper-lpg-tanker-voorkomt-aanvaring-met-spijkenisserbrug-1.6250067) and [Rijnmond](http://www.rijnmond.nl/nieuws/144926/Het-gaat-met-zo-n-tanker-nog-eens-flink-mis).

On July 17, 2011, a brave crew aboard the MV Stella successfully thwarted a pirate attack in the southern region of the Red Sea. Armed security personnel swiftly fired warning shots at nine approaching pirate skiffs, compelling them to retreat when they were just 50 to 60 meters from the vessel. After the narrow escape, the MV Stella continued its journey towards Europe, ensuring the safety of all on board.