Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Xin-Ming-Zhou-27

On December 13, 2018, at 5 a.m., the Port Authority of Puerto Marín sprang into action when the freighter 'Sam Lion' encountered engine failure shortly after arriving from New Orleans, laden with a cargo of beans and soybeans. Maritime and port security teams, along with tugs 'Faro de Tambo', 'Puerto de Marín', 'Antonio Alonso', and 'Josita C', were swiftly mobilized to assist the distressed vessel. Additionally, the salvage vessel 'María Pita' joined the operation to ensure a safe tow. By 8 a.m., the 'Sam Lion' was securely brought into port, operating under its own power but still monitored by emergency services. Thankfully, the incident did not disrupt regular port operations. The freighter departed Puerto Marín on December 14 at 5:30 p.m. and eventually docked at Moll Alvarez de la Campa in Barcelona on December 19. Following a brief stay, the 'Sam Lion' set sail again on December 27, with its next destination being Marin, expected to arrive on December 29.

The bulk carrier, 'Sam Lion', has successfully wrapped up its repair work at Navantia Shipyard in Cadiz. After finalizing the necessary maintenance after grounding incidents, the vessel departed Cadiz on September 25 at 1:45 PM. Making its way to Gibraltar for bunkering needs, the 'Sam Lion' arrived at its destination on September 26, marking a significant step forward following the recent repairs.

Recent inspections of the bulk carrier 'Sam Lion' have unveiled significant damage, including seven compromised ballast tanks along with two diesel tanks and a cofferdam. On August 3, 'Sam Lion' departed from Ceuta and made its way to the La Cabezuela dock in Puerto Real, where it is set to transfer its cargo to the Liberian-flagged bulk carrier 'Sam Hawk' (IMO: 9637416). After leaving La Coruna on August 3, 'Sam Hawk' reached Cádiz on August 6 and is now prepared to take on 40,000 tons of clinker cement, which was initially destined for Senegal. The cargo discharge and subsequent loading process is expected to take four to five days. Following the transfer, 'Sam Lion' will be moved from Cabezuela to Navantia for necessary repairs. This operation is being overseen by the Maritime Captaincy, the APBC, and Portillo, ensuring all procedures adhere to maritime safety standards. For more details, refer to the Spanish report with accompanying visuals: https://www.diariodecadiz.es/provincia/buque-embarranco-Ceuta-reparara-Navantia_0_1270373236.html.