The Torm-Louise: Crew Feedback and Vessel Data

In the early hours of February 24, 2021, a significant fire ignited in the living quarters of the 'Torm Louise' near the Total refinery in Mardyck, Dunkerque. The tanker had just moored at the pier after arriving from IJmuiden shortly after midnight, transporting a cargo of refined oil. Fortunately, the blaze was contained and did not jeopardize the ship's cargo. Following a prompt fire alert, emergency services mobilized an impressive response, deploying two large ladders, four fire trucks, and 50 brave firefighters from the SDIS 59 (Departmental Fire and Rescue Service for the North). The specialized unit, along with firefighting boats, effectively managed to bring the fire under control with a water lance, averting a potentially disastrous situation.

On January 21, 2019, at 12:30 PM, the tanker Torm Louise encountered a mechanical issue related to its engine fuel pump while traveling from Amsterdam to Bantry Bay, Ireland. The incident occurred at coordinates 050 28 21 N, 000 12 42 W, prompting immediate repairs that were estimated to take around two hours. Following successful maintenance, the vessel was back on its course and is now expected to arrive in Bantry Bay on January 23 at 11:30 AM. With a crew of 23 members onboard, the Torm Louise continues to navigate toward its destination despite this temporary setback.

On January 6, 2019, the m/v 'Louise Auerbach' grounded at the Levensau Bridge in the Kiel Canal, causing a significant disruption in maritime traffic. The tanker 'Torm Louise' was forced to anchor at the ferry point Landwehr while awaiting the clearance, which finally occurred at 3 p.m. However, challenges arose when the crew attempted to raise the anchor, experiencing a windlass failure. Following necessary repairs, the anchor was successfully retrieved. The 'Torm Louise' then proceeded to dock at the Bominflot bunker station in Kiel-Projensdorf on January 7 at 10 a.m.