Grebe-Bulker

On Jan 21, 2025, rgs ' Greve Bulker'was detained in Rizhao with 12 deficiencies, theee of which being regarded as seriously and grounds for a detention: 1) Fire safety - Fixed fire extinguishing installation Inoperative 2) Fire safety - Fire pump and its pipes Not as required 3) Life saving Appliances - Lifeboats Not properly maintained The vessel was released again on Jan 23 and sailed for Nanting. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DnSEWMpyV/

On May 22 the Eagle Bulk Shipping Inc. reported the safe return of the three seafarers who were kidnapped from the 'Grebe Bulker' in the Port of Owendo, Gabon, on May 2. The crew members were receiving medical exams and were to be repatriated and reunited with their loved ones in a few days. Since the incident occurred, Eagle Bulk has worked closely with the relevant authorities and professional advisors. Eagle Bulk did not disclose the terms of the release of their crew members. However, it is usual practise for kidnappers to seek ransom from shipowners for the safe return of their seafarers.

Three crew members of the 'Grebe Bulker' have been abducted from the ship anchored off Gabon, ace 4.7 nautical miles off the Owendo anchorage. The captain, second mate and third mate were kidnapped. The remaining seafarers were safe and uninjured. The US owner’s Eagle Bulk Ship Management in Singapore confirmed the kidnappings and said the ship had arrived from Port Harcourt on April 30, 2023, and was awaiting loading instructions. Once it was discovered crew were missing, the ship was searched, and the local port authorities were informed. Security has been mobilised to the vessel, and a contingent of 17 crew members remained safely on board. Eagle Bulk said its priority is the ongoing safety and welfare of the crew. The attack is now believed to have occurred on May 1 at 12.30 a.m. UTC. The Gabonese river patrol boat 'Omboue' responded to the bulk carrier 2,5 hours after the attack, arriving at 04.10 a.m. UTC. There was no security personnel on the bulker. No damage to the vessel or cargo was reported.