Groton
IMO: 9246310
Container Ship, Liberia
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Vessel Details
MMSI
636017309
Callsign
ELZY3
Width
30.0 m
Length
212.0 m
Reviews (1)
Zachary
2023-10-19
Position: Engine Officer
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Looking for information about this vessel. Any thoughts on this boat? Any red flags?
Disadvantages:
No personal experience yet, just gathering info.
Latest News (3)
Container ship attacked second time in one month
The 'Groton' was victim of a missile attack on Aug 31. The incident took place 130 nautical miles east of the Gulf of Aden. The Company Security Officer of the ship reported that two missiles had exploded close to the vessel. No damage to the vessel was reported, and the vessel continued proceeding towards its next port call. All crew members were reported safe. The Houthi terrorists took responsibility for the attack and stated that they had used naval, UAV, and missile forces to attack the ship. Already on Aug 3 the vessel was attacked, involving explosions in the sea and a missile strike.
Container ship struck by Houthi terrorists
On Aug 3, 2024, Houthi terrorists targeted and struck the 'Groton' in the Gulf of Aden. They launched multiple ballistic missiles at the vessell. The 'Groton' was struck at 5.30 p.m. GMT as it transited about 125 nautical miles to the east of Aden. The projectiles hit a cargo hold. The crew was safe and unharmed in the deckhouse. No water ingress, no fuel spillage and no fire were reported. On Aug 3 the ship was at anchor just off the port of Djibout.
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6 months trading Asia & US West Coast, 140'000$ daily, Transfar
Frequently Asked Questions
🔥 Were there any fires on Groton?
Based on available news reports, Groton has been mentioned in connection with fire-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning fire incidents. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
🌊 Did Groton sink or have any sinking incidents?
Based on available news reports, Groton has been mentioned in connection with sinking-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning sinking incidents. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
🏴☠️ Was Groton involved in any pirate attacks?
Based on available news reports, Groton has been mentioned in connection with pirate-related incidents. There have been 2 news reports mentioning pirate attacks. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
💥 Was Groton involved in any collisions?
Based on available news reports, Groton has been mentioned in connection with collision-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning collisions. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
🛢️ Did Groton have any oil spills or pollution incidents?
Based on available news reports, Groton has been mentioned in connection with spill-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning spills. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
🚓 Was Groton detained or arrested?
Based on available news reports, Groton 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.