Vento Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

The ‘Vento’ has successfully resumed its voyage following thorough underwater inspections conducted by certified divers at its grounding site off Cape Ammoglossa, located near Kos Island. The incident occurred on September 3, at coordinates 36° 55' 18" N, 027° 16' 18" E. The inspection was meticulously overseen by a class surveyor alongside H&M experts, ensuring every aspect of the vessel’s condition was assessed. A comprehensive damage survey was undertaken by the attending surveyor panel, confirming that the vessel was free from any substantial damage and remained in seaworthy condition. Following the inspection, the local agent made arrangements for the settlement of an imposed fine and salvage expenses on behalf of the vessel's owners. With all inspections cleared, the ‘Vento’ was granted permission to depart and successfully weighed anchor on September 11 at 11 a.m. It is currently en route to its destination port of Ashdod, with an expected arrival date set for September 13.

On September 3, 2023, at precisely 11:50 p.m. UTC, the container vessel 'Vento' suffered a grounding incident at Cape Ammoglossa, situated to the north of Kos island. The ship was en route from Aliaga to Ashdod, carrying a total of 426 containers when it became stuck on the sandy seabed, positioning itself at coordinates 36° 55.43' N and 027° 16.59' E. To address the situation, Vernicos Scafi Tug and Salvage vessels were engaged for support. Notably, the tug 'Pothitos' (IMO: 901209) arrived on site from Patmos on September 5 and 6 to assist in the salvage efforts. For visual insight into this incident, you can watch the video available at Marine Insight.

A notable development in the shipping industry has emerged with Hapag-Lloyd securing a fresh charter agreement for 12 months of operations in Asia. This lucrative contract is valued at an impressive daily rate of $18,000, showcasing the strong demand for shipping services in the region. Stay tuned for more updates on this significant deal as it unfolds.