Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Yangze-Venus

On February 17, 2026, the cargo vessel 'Yangze Venus' experienced a critical engine failure while navigating off the coast of Şarköy, approximately 17 miles from Gelibolu. The ship was on a journey from Kandla, passing through the Çanakkale Karabiga, and headed to Monfalcone. Prompt action was taken as the tugboat 'Kurtarma 19' (IMO: 9995129) was dispatched to assist. The 'Yangze Venus' was successfully towed and secured at the Karabiga Anchorage, positioned at 40° 30' N 027° 06' E, with coordination provided by the Çanakkale Ship Traffic Services Center. As of February 24, the vessel remained stationary at the anchorage. For more details, watch the coverage here: https://x.com/kiyiemniyet/status/2023813145903731074.

A recent auction has successfully concluded with a Chinese buyer acquiring the vessel for an impressive $4.8 million. This sale highlights the growing interest and investment from Chinese investors in maritime assets. As the market continues to evolve, such transactions are becoming increasingly significant within the global shipping industry.