Reviews & Ratings for the Themsestern

On November 30, 2019, at 8:20 a.m., an unfortunate incident occurred at the Kiel Canal locks in Kiel-Holtenau involving the 'Themsestern', a vessel traveling from Riga to Rotterdam. While the ship was preparing to unmoor with assistance from the tug 'Stein', a mooring wire snapped, resulting in significant damage. The broken wire crashed through the window of the leisure area designated for the lock workers, injuring one watchman in the shin and causing two others to sustain cuts from the shattered glass. They were promptly treated at a local hospital. During the unmooring operation, which was under pilotage, all safety protocols were followed. The ship's Master took immediate action by halting the voyage to ensure that injured personnel received full attention and to aid in the subsequent investigation. An inspection revealed that the broken mooring line was swiftly replaced, and checks on the remaining lines showed no signs of abnormal wear or damage. The mooring equipment was confirmed to be in satisfactory condition. Following thorough investigations, the 'Themsestern' resumed its journey, safely docking at Botlek Tank Terminal in Rotterdam on December 2 at 2:00 a.m. No injuries were reported among the crew members of the ship itself, and the incident has prompted discussions on maintaining safety standards in maritime operations.