Turmalin Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

On June 3, 2018, at 10:10 a.m., the bunker tanker 'Turmalin' experienced a loss of control shortly after departing from berth No. 3 in Vladivostok, leading to a collision with the quay. The incident resulted in substantial damage to the quay, while the 'Turmalin' incurred a damage assessment including a stern impact and a hull dent measuring approximately 3.5 meters in length and 20 centimeters deep. Following the incident, the vessel returned to the affected berth for inspections conducted by the port authority before heading to the designated anchorage. By June 5, at 7:30 p.m., the tanker was securely moored at coordinates 43° 2.88' N, 131° 55.03' E.