Reviews & Ratings for the Vaughan

The vessel VAUGHAN (IMO: 9256901), flying under the Liberian flag, has recently been flagged for abandonment by the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF). This concerning development took place while the ship was docked at the port of Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates. Currently, the VAUGHAN is reported to owe its crew members, comprising 24 seafarers of diverse nationalities—including Egypt, Georgia, India, Iraq, Sri Lanka, and Ukraine—three months' worth of unpaid wages. This situation was officially brought to the attention of the ITF on May 1, 2026. As of now, the case remains open, raising significant alarm about the welfare and treatment of the seafarers involved. The ITF diligently maintains a Seafarers Abandonment List to monitor and provide updates regarding incidents of crew abandonment around the globe, aiming to ensure the rights of maritime workers are upheld. The situation with the VAUGHAN is a stark reminder of the challenges faced by seafarers, emphasizing the need for continued advocacy and support from maritime organizations.

Sovcomflot has successfully finalized the sale of its MR tanker, the 'Anichkov Bridge', recently built in 2003 at Hyundai Samho in Korea. This vessel, with IMO number 1234567, has undergone its special survey and dry dock (SS/DD) and has caught the attention of buyers from Taiwan. The transaction, valued between $10.5 million and $10.8 million, highlights the continuing demand for reliable maritime assets in the region. As the shipping industry evolves, such sales reflect strategic moves by companies like Sovcomflot in optimizing their fleets.