Working Conditions Aboard the Stellamar

On June 20, 2025, at approximately 7:20 a.m. UTC, the cargo ship 'Stellamar', while navigating from Kunda with a crew of eight and a Finnish pilot onboard, ran aground off the coast of Rauma. The incident occurred on the southern side of the island of Iso Järviluoto, close to a jetty, with the vessel becoming immobilized at coordinates 61° 07' N 021° 26' E. Thankfully, there were no reported injuries among the crew and no signs of oil spills in the surrounding waters. However, a leak was identified in the vessel's freshwater tank, prompting the Western Finland Coast Guard Section to respond promptly. A patrol from the Rauma Coast Guard Station was dispatched to the location, alongside an aircraft tasked with surveillance to ensure the absence of oil leaks. In a positive turn of events, the 'Stellamar' was successfully refloated with the help of a tugboat less than an hour after the grounding, after which it was secured at the port of Rauma. The border guard has initiated an investigation into the incident to assess potential negligence, although officials have ruled out any connection to alcohol consumption. For further details, you can view the report with images here: https://www.sss.fi/2025/06/kyproslainen-rahtialus-juuttui-pohjastaan-kiinni-rauman-edustalla/