The W-Smash: Crew Feedback and Vessel Data

On September 3, 2018, at approximately 5:00 PM, a significant maritime incident occurred in the Kattegat Sea, involving the bulk carrier 'W Smash' and the Danish fishing vessel 'Charlotte P - FN 131'. The 'W Smash' had departed Wilhelmshaven earlier that day at 2:40 AM and was navigating towards Riga, with an estimated time of arrival set for September 6 at 4:00 AM. Following the collision, the 'Charlotte P - FN 131' successfully entered the port of Skagen at 8:50 PM. On the subsequent day, September 4, at 8:15 AM, the fishing vessel was docked at a yard in Strandby for further assessments. The Danish Maritime Authority took swift action as they boarded the 'W Smash' upon its entry into the Great Belt area to conduct a thorough investigation, questioning the crew about the incident. After completing their inquiries on the evening of September 4, the bulk carrier was released without any further complications.