Crew Abandons Cargo Ship Amid Severe Weather off South African Coast

The crew of a Panama-registered general cargo ship abandoned their vessel off the South African coast due to severe weather conditions. The South Africa Maritime Safety Authority received a distress signal and dispatched rescue vessels. The crew, consisting of 18 Filipino seafarers, was rescued and the abandoned ship was left listing precariously. The incident raised concerns about navigating the Cape of Good Hope during winter storms.

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Warsash Maritime School Receives GMDSS Simulator Donation from Inmarsat Maritime

Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat business, has generously donated a bridge simulator to Warsash Maritime School in Southampton, UK. The simulator, previously at Inmarsat’s London headquarters, allows students to practice distress situations in a safe environment. This donation reflects Inmarsat’s commitment to maritime safety and education, aiming to save lives at sea.

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Cargo Ships Stranded in Severe Winter Conditions Near Estonia

Two general cargo ships stranded in harsh winter conditions around Estonia. The Portuguese-flagged ship Bugoe remains trapped, while the Latvian-flagged cargo ship Friendland was rescued by a local ferry. The Estonian State and Transportation Administration suspended pilot services due to severe ice conditions. TS Laevad’s ferry Toll assisted in icebreaking and rescuing the Friendland.

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