Reviews & Ratings for the Zhen-Hua-15

The 'Zhen Hua 15' has now been docked at Vizhinjam Port for three consecutive days, waiting for emigration clearance for its technical crew, who are essential for unloading cranes onboard. The crew's inability to obtain the necessary clearance has left the cranes stranded on the vessel. Initially, the unloading was scheduled for October 17; however, inclement weather conditions forced cancellation of those plans. Although the weather improved on October 18, the anticipated unloading did not occur as authorities withheld permission for the technical staff to disembark. The vessel, which is slated to leave the port on October 21 as per its contractual obligations, faces significant financial repercussions should the cranes remain on board past that date. The port authority would incur substantial fees for the vessel's extended stay at berth. On October 18, the ship’s representatives took action by sending a formal request to the Foreigners Regional Registration Office seeking clearance for the crew. Unfortunately, the absence of an emigration checkpoint at Vizhinjam has posed legal challenges in issuing the required permissions, complicating the situation further. For more information, you can view the full report [here](https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/three-days-since-arrival-chinese-ship-awaits-clearance-for-staff-to-unload-cranes-at-vizhinjam-port-1.9000428).