Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Veerseborg

On October 13, 2025, the cargo vessel 'Veerseborg' faced detention at Karadeniz Eregli due to a staggering total of 24 deficiencies, 20 of which were classified as serious enough to warrant immediate action. The extensive list of issues included critical documentation failures such as the Minimum Hours of Rest certification, the Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plan (SOPEP), and essential safety equipment certifications, all deemed inadequate. Other alarming deficiencies were noted in the living and working conditions onboard, with inoperative lighting in workspaces, unsafe gangway conditions, and poor ventilation in working areas contributing to the decision to detain the vessel. Structural concerns were also highlighted, including cracked decks and damaged water/weather-tight doors, which pose significant risks. Furthermore, navigation safety was compromised due to inadequate visibility on the bridge and outdated navigation records. The vessel also failed to comply with pollution prevention regulations regarding marking and labeling. Training deficiencies were identified, particularly with regards to fire drills, as well as issues related to fire safety with ineffective fire doors and openings in fire-resistant divisions. Following the inspection, the ‘Veerseborg’ was released on October 17, 2025, and set sail towards Antwerp, with an expected arrival date of November 1. By October 18, the vessel was recorded in position 40° 57' N 028° 53' E, anchored near Istanbul. This incident raises vital concerns over maritime safety and regulatory compliance within the shipping industry.

In a dramatic late-night operation on August 14, 2012, the Armed Forces of Malta (AFM) successfully conducted a medevac for a 53-year-old Lithuanian crew member aboard the cargo ship 'Veerseborg'. The vessel was en route from Menzel Bourguiba to Mariupol when the crew reported that the patient was experiencing severe chest pain, prompting immediate action. Positioned approximately 20 nautical miles away from Grand Harbour, the AFM swiftly mobilized a rescue vessel to respond to the urgent call for assistance. Upon reaching the 'Veerseborg', the Lithuanian national was carefully transferred and brought back to the AFM’s Hay Wharf base. From there, he was promptly transported via ambulance to Mater Dei Hospital for further medical care, ensuring timely intervention in what could have been a life-threatening situation.