Algoma-Sault
IMO: 9619282
Self Discharging Bulk Carrier, Canada
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Vessel Details
MMSI
316036089
Callsign
VBCD
Width
24.0 m
Length
225.0 m
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Dylan
2025-02-28
Position: Third Engineer
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Latest News (3)
Bottom touch after blackout
The 'Algoma Sault' was disabled after experiencing a blackout 1.68 miles south of Grassy Island, Michigan in position 42 11 26N, 83 08 10W, on Sep 30, 2019, at 10.25 p.m. Following the loss of propulsion, the vessel touched bottom. The vessel proceeded to the nearest anchorage for troubleshooting.
Experienced main engine shutdown
Experienced a main engine shutdown, while transiting in Lake Erie, Ontario, Canada, in position lat 042 26 30N, long 080 01 24W, on 27 Jul 2018. Arrived Port Colborne 28 Jul and sailed 29 Jul.
Contact with ship arrester
The "Algoma Sault", coming from Port Weller, ran into the ship arrestor of the Iroquois Lock, Ontario, on the Welland Canal in position 44 49.88 N, 075 18.74 W, on July 30, 2018, at 07.20 a.m. 19 hrs, EDT, Jul 30. The ship was enroute to Goderich, ETA Aug 3.
Frequently Asked Questions
🛠️ Did Algoma-Sault experience any breakdowns or mechanical failures?
Based on available news reports, Algoma-Sault has been mentioned in connection with breakdown-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning breakdowns. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
⚙️ Did Algoma-Sault have any engine problems?
Based on available news reports, Algoma-Sault has been mentioned in connection with engine-related incidents. There have been 2 news reports mentioning engine problems. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
🚓 Was Algoma-Sault detained or arrested?
Based on available news reports, Algoma-Sault has been mentioned in connection with detention-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning detentions. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.