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On the morning hof April 4, 2025, the Port Authority of Poros, Kefalonia was informed by the Captain of the'Fior di Levante', that during the arrival at the port, a problem occurred in the port side main engine. The passengers and vehicles were safely disembarked, while the Port Department of Poros prohibited the departure of the ferry until the damage was repaired and a certificate of class maintenance was presented.

On the morning, of April 5, the Guardia Civil notified the CCS of Salvamento Marítimo in Tenerife about a precarious boat sailing 11 nautical miles away from La Restinga. The maritime controllers mobilized the 'Salvamar Acrux'. one hour later, they rescued the 22 people aboard the cayuco, who appeared to be in good condition. They have been disembarked in La Restinga. Report with photo: https://x.com/salvamentogob/status/1908465850987819416

After seven weeks of preparation, Russian and Chinese officials were reporting progress toward the refloating of the 'An Yang 2'. The Chinese crew remained aboard the vessel being supplied from shore while the efforts were underway. Determining there was no significant damage visible to the vessel, local authorities had determined that the crew would remain aboard their ship, but emergency accommodations were arranged if they had to be evacuated. The surveys determined there were 50 tons of diesel and 700 tons of heavy fuel aboard but no leaks were observed. A contract has been signed for the removal of the fuel to lighten the vessel. An access road also had to be created to reach the vessel. No timing was offered for when they expected to have the vessel afloat.

The return of the 'Caledonian Isles', which has been out of service since last February - has been delayed by a further month, after facing a series of issues including rust and twisted frames. It had been due to return to the Arran route by the end of April, but that has now been pushed back to the end of May, after Calmac found new issues with the tubes for the propeller shafts. Until then, the service to Brodick will continue from Troon with a two-vessel service of the 'Glen Sannox' and 'Alfred'. The operator ClMac was in regular contact with Arran's ferry committee.

The 'Emmakris III' was among ten seized vessels, linked to Russian companies, which Ukraine’s Asset Recovery and Management Agency (ARMA) has transferred control to a private firm on April 3, 2025. The vessels were handed over to the company Marinex, which won a competitive tender. The key result is over UAH 5.7 million (about $145,000) in monthly revenue for Ukraine’s budget. Previously, under contracts signed by ARMA’s former management, the state was receiving just UAH 10,000 (about $250) per month for each of nine ships. After conducting compliance checks, ARMA’s new leadership unilaterally terminated those old contracts. The 'Emmakris III' was seized by Kyiv’s Pechersk District Court in April 2023. Marinex, founded in 2003, specializes in maritime services. Its registered beneficial owner is Iryna Samusenko.

DFDS has brought in the 'Cote D'Albatre' as a replacement vessel on the Jersey-Portsmouth route, The ferry setting sail from Portsmouth on the morning of April 3 and was due to arrive in the island at 8 p.m. before making the return journey at 10 p.m. The new operator has apologised for having to cancel the night service to the UK on April 2 while it moved the contingency ships into position. The 'Stena Vinga' has been swapped on to the St Malo route while the 'Tarifa Jet' was awaitings clearance to begin sailings. It was due to make its maiden crossing to Jersey on March 28, but additional work was required following its inspection by the MCA. The fast ferry was now expected to enter service next week. DFDS took over running Jersey's sea links from Condor Ferries. The Danish firm has a 20 year contract.

The 'Doña Diana', with 58 workers on board, both from Pemex and from companies such as Evya, Veggies, and Fijisan, among others, who were headed to different platforms, caught fire in the engine room, resulting in the loss of one engine, on April 2, 2025, at 3 p.m, off Isla del Carmen. The fire was brought under control by the crewm and no injuries were reported. The ship returned to Isla del Carmen for investigations and repairs.

Due to a technical issue with the 'Loch Frisa’s forward main engine, serving on the route Oban-Craignure on April 4, the 10:00 a.m. sailing from Craignure and the 11:25 a.m. sailing from Oban had tto be cancelled., followed by those until 8 p.m. from Oban. Parts for the repair rwee on the way to the vessel. After tge successful completion of final checks on the morning of April 5, the intention as for service to operate as timetabled. After the sea trials have been successful, the 'Loch Frisa' returned to service with the 12:50 p.m. departure from Craignure.

The 'Mutiara Ferindo 2', with 16 people on board, caught fire on April 3, 2025, in Tarahan Waters, Serang Regency, at around 4:00 WIB while the ferry was anchored and undergoing maintenance, It originated on car deck D, where a pile of wooden pallets caught fire. Upon discovering the flames, the crew initiated fire suppression efforts. Despite these,, the fire quickly intensified, and the ferry’ issued a distress call and sought assistance. At 4:57, , the Vessel Traffic Service Officer (VTSO) informed that the patroll vessel KN 'Tg Datu'successfully evacuated 12 crew members, all of whom in stable condition with no injuries. Four other crew members remained on board to assist in extinguishing the fire. The fire was later brought under control. The incident did not affect the operational ferry routes. An investigation has been launched to determine the cause. Report with photo: https://hubla.dephub.go.id/Indonesianmaritimesafetyinformation/page/news/read/25167/sedang-tidak-beroperasi-kebakaran-kmp-mutiara-ferindo-ii-tak-ganggu-arus-balik-lintasan-merak-bakaheuni

On March 31, the 'Koningsdam', docked at the port of San Francisco, broke loose from its moorings after a pier bollard failed completely after securing the bow lines. The failure caused the vessel to drift and a gangway to detach. Crew members acted swiftly, utilizing thrusters and dropping anchor to stabilize the ship and prevent a potential allision with another pier. Given the strong winds, the decision was made to run thrusters to hold the ship firmly against the dock.

The shadow tanker 'Andaman Skies' (IMO: 9288693), which is loaded with Russian oil and was barred by Indian authorities, is transferring its cargo to the Sao Tome and Principe-flagged tanker 'Ozanno'. The port authorities had barred the more than 20-year-old tanker from entering the port of Vadinar, as its seaworthiness certificate was not issued by an Indian-approved classification agency. Indian port entry rules require tankers that are more than 20 years old to hold seaworthiness certification by a member of the International Association of Classification Societies, or an entity authorised by India's maritime administration. The vessel, carrying about 100,000 metric tons (800,000 barrels) of Varandey Russian oil sold by Lukoil from the port of Murmansk, was stationary off the port of Mumbai. The 'Ozanno', which had left Sikka on March 29, 2025, is expected to deliver the cargo to Indian Oil Corporation at Vadinar next week and was stationary in pos. 18° 58' N 072° 24' E as of April 4. While the 'Andaman Skies' and 'Ozanno' are both subject to UK and European Union sanctions, they are not under sanctions by the United States or the United Nations. India adheres to United Nations sanctions.

A passenger of the 'Carnival Luminosa', a man in his 70s, had to be urgently airlifted by a helicopter and was rushed to the Bundaberg Hospital. He had suffered health problems which required medical care on a higher level, while the cruise ship was sailing off the Queensland coast on April 2, 2025, at around 1 p.m. The vessel was on the final day of the cruise into the Port of Brisbane.

The owners of the 'Solong' have filed a legal claim against the owners of the 'Stena Immaculate'. Court records indicated that the legal claim was filed at the Admiralty Court on April 3 by the owners and demise charterers of the container ship against "the owners and demise charterers" of the tanker. It follows a separate legal claim filed against the owners of the' Solong', the Ernst Russ - on March 31 by the co-owners of the 'Stena Immaculate', Stena Bulk and Crowley. A spokesperson for Ernst Russ said: "As part of the legal proceedings arising from the collision between the Solong and Stena Immaculate, the owners of the Solong have filed a claim in the Admiralty Court in London. This is usual process for large maritime casualties and represents another step in working toward the conclusion of this tragic incident. Meanwhile, Ernst Russ continues to offer all necessary assistance in support of the ongoing investigations." After the Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) released the interim report into the incident, which found that the vessels did not have "dedicated lookouts" in what were "patchy conditions", Crowley, the operator of the 'Stena Immaculate', said the tanker was "in compliance with applicable watch-standing safety regulations and company policies for an anchored vessel. We are confident the forthcoming comprehensive investigation report will clarify the facts and circumstances of the incident, demonstrating that Crowley exercised appropriate vigilance."

In the search for the seven fishermen missing after the 'Bruma' sank in Coronel, items believed to have belonged to the vessel were found on April 3, including a carp and a gamela with a jack and a slipper, which were spotted floating in the sea by artisanal fishermen participating in the search efforts. The ishermen have been positioning themselves at strategic points during the search, working in coordination with the Navy. The sinking of the 'Bruma' has generated various hypotheses regarding its causes. One of the most controversial versions comes from the 18 crew members of the 'Cobra', who deny having collided with the fishing boat. The search continues, while the families and colleagues of the missing fishermen remain hopeful of finding new clues that will help clarify the events and determine the whereabouts of the seafarers. The Coronel Guarantee Court ordered the detention of the"Cobra" as part of the investigations for 20 days for expert analysis, without sailing authorization and under Navy custody. This request was based on a request filed by Coronel's chief prosecutor, Hugo Cuevas, which was granted by the Court. During this period, the 'Cobra' will not be authorized to sail. Traces of paint on the hull, satellite and navigational positioning, along with other evidence, proved to the victims' families that the 'Bruma' was hit by thefishing vessel and, afterward, broke up and partially sank. In this context, they announced the filing of a complaint for the crime of homicide against the captain of the 'Cobra'. For its part, the owner company Blumar indicated that it will provide specialized underwater equipment to search the seabed for the wreckage of the wrecked boat. Reports with photos: https://www.biobiochile.cl/noticias/nacional/region-del-bio-bio/2025/04/03/hallan-carpa-y-otros-elementos-correspondientes-a-lancha-bruma-que-naufrago-en-costa-de-coronel.shtml https://www.lacuarta.com/chile/noticia/confio-en-su-palabra-destapan-version-de-tripulacion-de-barco-acusado-de-chocar-a-bruma-y-justifican-danos-en-proa/

On April 4, the 'Salvamar Alpheratz' accompanied 68 sub-Saharan Africans, among them four women and one minor, from a rickety boat located 5.1 nautical southeast of Punta Rasca (Tenerife) to the Port of Los Cristianos. The Civil Guard hadissued the alert at 6:35 a.m. LT. The response was oordinated by CCS of Salvamento Marítimo in Tenerife. Report with photo: https://x.com/salvamentogob/status/1908104438776025314

On March 29, At 7:00 a.m., the tugs 'Stein' and 'OSK Rendsburg', after unsuccessful repair attempts of the engine, took the disabled 'Frederik' on tow and pulled it to Kiel's East Shore within eight hours. It was safely berthed at around 3 p.m., and the damage was to be further investigated at the berth. If repairs failed, the cargo could have to be transferred onto another container ship. The 'Frederik' finally left the port of Kielafter successful repairs on April 5 with an ETA at Klaipeda as of April 6. Report with photo: https://www.kn-online.de/schleswig-holstein/nord-ostsee-kanal-frachter-frederik-abgeschleppt-maschinenschaden-X7OEBB7YBVHTVCFPCJZHLZE47A.html?utm_medium=Social&utm

Campaigners are set to board the 'Glen Sannox' to host a protest at Troon Harbour in a bid to save the historic route between Ardrossan and Brodick. Supporters were being urged to gather at Brodick pier on April 12 at 1 p.m. The ferry will arrive at Troon at 2.15 p.m. ,where participants will get off for a short demonstration at the harbour, before the 'Glen Sannox' makes her way back to Brodick at 3.10 p.m. The ferry is only able to sail between Brodick and Troon at present because it is too big to berth at Ardrossan Harbour. The Ardrossan Harbour Project – to develop the port and make it suitable for the new vessels – was given the go-ahead way back in 2018, but the project was paused in 2023, and a fresh business case has never emerged. The situation has been made even worse since January with the 'Caledonian Isles' having extensive repairs made to it, meaning there have not been any ferries coming in and out of Ardrossan for three months. It was expected that the 'Caledonian Isles' would return to service by the end of April but CalMac has now said it will be before the end of May. Talks with the harbour owner Peel Ports regarding a possible buyout by the Scottish Government are now underway after years of stalling, but residents have become concerned about the apparent silence since that announcement nearly two months ago. Wyllie Hume, chair of the Arran for the Ardrossan Harbour campaign, wants to get as many people onto the 'Glen Sannox' as possible to drive home the argument Ardrossan Harbour must be redeveloped to ensure the historic route is not abandoned. The 'Glen Sannox' is currently alternating with the 'Alfred' for sailings to and from Troon, which takes about 20 minutes longer than the journey to and from Ardrossan, so there are fewer return sailings from there than there were from Ardrossan. When foot passengers get to Troon, the train station is a good 20 to 25 minute walk from the ferry port so, combined with fewer sailings, it is practically impossible for them to take a day trip to Glasgow. People on Arran are also having difficulties getting to medical appointments at Crosshouse Hospital in Kilmarnock, which is easily reachable by bus from Ardrossan but much more challenging to get to from Troon.

The 'Andaman Skies', which is loaded with Russian oil and was barred by Indian authorities, is transferring its cargo to the Sao Tome and Principe-flagged tanker 'Ozanno' (IMO: 9394935). The port authorities had barred the more than 20-year-old tanker from entering the port of Vadinar, as its seaworthiness certificate was not issued by an Indian-approved classification agency. Indian port entry rules require tankers that are more than 20 years old to hold seaworthiness certification by a member of the International Association of Classification Societies, or an entity authorised by India's maritime administration. The vessel, carrying about 100,000 metric tons (800,000 barrels) of Varandey Russian oil sold by Lukoil from the port of Murmansk, was stationary off the port of Mumbai. The 'Ozanno', which had left Sikka on March 29, 2025, is expected to deliver the cargo to Indian Oil Corporation at Vadinar next week and was stationary in pos. 18° 58' N 072° 24' E as of April 4. While the 'Andaman Skies' and 'Ozanno' are both subject to UK and European Union sanctions, they are not under sanctions by the United States or the United Nations. India adheres to United Nations sanctions.

The 'Discovery Princess' broke free from its moorings due to high winds while was berthed at San Francisco's Pier 27 on April 1, 2025, at around 5 p.m., when winds reached up to 29 mph, The blustery conditions also caused the platform connecting the ship to the dock to break free. The strong winds caused three stern cables to snap, leading the vessel to drift toward Pier 23. In response, the crew released a thicker stern line to reduce the ship's angle against the wind and activated the engines to maneuver it back to the berth. All passengers and crew remained safe, with no reported injuries. The ship had arrived in San Francisco on the morning of March 31 during its seven-day round trip from Los Angeles. It departed the San Francisco port at its scheduled time of 10 p.m.

The owners of the 'Solong' have filed a legal claim against the owners of the 'Stena Immaculate'. Court records indicated that the legal claim was filed at the Admiralty Court on April 3 by the owners and demise charterers of the container ship against "the owners and demise charterers" of the tanker. It follows a separate legal claim filed against the owners of the' Solong', the Ernst Russ - on March 31 by the co-owners of the 'Stena Immaculate', Stena Bulk and Crowley. A spokesperson for Ernst Russ said: "As part of the legal proceedings arising from the collision between the Solong and Stena Immaculate, the owners of the Solong have filed a claim in the Admiralty Court in London. This is usual process for large maritime casualties and represents another step in working toward the conclusion of this tragic incident. Meanwhile, Ernst Russ continues to offer all necessary assistance in support of the ongoing investigations." After the Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) released the interim report into the incident, which found that the vessels did not have "dedicated lookouts" in what were "patchy conditions", Crowley, the operator of the 'Stena Immaculate', said the tanker was "in compliance with applicable watch-standing safety regulations and company policies for an anchored vessel. We are confident the forthcoming comprehensive investigation report will clarify the facts and circumstances of the incident, demonstrating that Crowley exercised appropriate vigilance."