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World-Trader

IMO Number
7000724
Vessel Type
Tug
Flag
Belize

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Vessel Specifications

MMSI
312006000
Callsign
V3QF2
Width
8.0 m
Length
31.0 m
ITF_Abandonment_Status
Open
ITF_Abandonment_Date
01 Dec 2025
ITF_Owed_Wages
4 months
ITF_Seafarers_Count
3
ITF_Seafarer_Nationalities
Venezuela
ITF_Port
Brest
ITF_Country
France

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Daniel - Electrical Engineer

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Latest News

Concerns Over Abandoned Tugboat 'World Trader' in Brest Port
Mar 19, 2026

The abandoned tugboat 'World Trader' has become a pressing concern at the Port of Brest, where it has been docked at the West Quay of the 5th basin. On March 18, 2026, an inspector from the Internatio...

Crew of Immobilized Tug 'World Trader' Stranded in Brest for Over Two Months
Feb 20, 2026

The tugboat 'World Trader' has found itself immobilized in the 5th basin of Brest for over two months, leaving its two crew members stranded without pay. The Mor Glaz association has raised concerns,...

Ukrainian Crew of 'World Trader' Securely Repatriated After Facing Death Threats
Dec 30, 2025

In a distressing saga that lasted over three weeks, the Ukrainian crew members aboard the tugboat 'World Trader' have finally returned to their homeland. On December 29, 2025, the two individuals arri...

Tensions Rise as Detained Tug 'World Trader' Remains in Brest
Dec 26, 2025

The tugboat 'World Trader' has been docked at the port of Brest since December 7, facing a series of technical failures that have rendered it immobile. Currently, two Ukrainian sailors aboard the vess...

Ongoing Inspections of 'World Trader' Tug in Brest Following Incident
Dec 10, 2025

The 'World Trader' tugboat docked at the west quay of the fifth basin in Brest on December 8 around 9 p.m. as part of the port’s emergency refuge procedures. The vessel was towed to safety by the offs...

Tugboat 'World Trader' Grounded in Brest Following Mechanical Failures
Dec 09, 2025

On December 8, the tugboat 'World Trader' was set to leave Finistère and head to Casablanca when issues arose during a scheduled inspection. The vessel, which has encountered breakdowns twice in the w...

Emergency Rescue Operation for 'World Trader' Off Brittany Coast
Dec 06, 2025

On December 5, 2025, the cargo ship 'World Trader', carrying eight crew members, encountered a critical technical issue while navigating the Iroise Sea on its way to Casablanca. The vessel reported it...

ITF Highlights Case of Abandoned Vessel WORLD TRADER
Dec 01, 2025

The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) has reported a troubling case of abandonment involving the vessel WORLD TRADER, identified by its IMO number 7000724. This Belize-flagged ship is...

Panagia Parou Successfully Towed to Dismantlers
Jun 24, 2018

The abandoned vessel Panagia Parou has been successfully towed to the breakers, marking the end of its journey. This operation signifies a notable moment in maritime activity as the ship makes its fin...

Tugboat Incident: World Tug 1 Loses Tank Barge Near Boulogne
Jan 11, 2015

On January 10, 2015, at approximately 11:00 a.m., the CROSS Gris-Nez (CROSS) oversaw a crucial towing operation 45 nautical miles off the coast of Boulogne. The incident involved the tugboat "World Tu...

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