Potomac-Express

The American Waterways Operators (AWO) has awarded crew members of the 'Potomac Express' and the 'El Coqu'i with the Honor & Excellence in Rescue Operations (HERO) Awards. They were recognized for their heroic efforts in ensuring the safety and security of others while at sea. The crew of the 'El Coqui', led by Capt. Kurt Breitfeller, played a pivotal role during the rescue operation of four people forced to abandon their sailboat after it was damaged in the Atlantic Ocean. Alongside the U.S. Coast Guard and the fishing vessel 'Bonanza', they worked to successfully locate, retrieve and transport the four to safety. In another case, while serving aboard the' Potomac Express', zjr Second Mate Kevin Zapolski displayed bravery when he swiftly responded to a distress call after a fellow crew member fell into the water between the dock and the vessel. Zapolski deployed a life ring, provided critical support and coordinated with the crew, terminal staff and emergency responders to rescue the crew member. The award recognizes those whose actions prevent harm and protect lives on the water each day. Report with photo: https://www.ajot.com/news/crowley-mariners-honored-for-heroic-rescues-by-american-waterways-operators

The "Mayssan" amd the assets of Hapag-Lloyd in the port of Beirut as well as all empty containers at the port's yard were to be detained as a precautionary measure until the owners of the assets deposited at the Court of Beirut a bank guarantee issued by a Lebanese bank amounting to US$12.6 million. Additionally, on Mar 2, 2018, the judge had allowed to discharge the containers destined to Beirut. Up to this moment, the vessel is idle in Beirut Roads. . The ship had arrived at Beirut on Feb 28 to discharge 500 TEUs and load 365 TEUs. After the merger of UASC and Hapag-Lloyd, the latter opted to abruptly dismiss the ship agent of UASC, namely AKAK marine without negotiating a compromise for smooth divorce. As such AKAK Marine had obtained an arrest court order to secure payment of 13.6 million USD due from Owners.

UASC Container ship MAYSSAN went out of control in Strait of Hormuz at around 2300 UTC Aug 21, while sailing in southern direction en route from UAE’s Jebel Ali to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Vessel ran out and veered off course, being disabled and adrift for more than 4 hours. Mayssan resumed sailing at around 0430 UTC Aug 22, though at reduced speed.