Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Captain-Karam

On March 21, 2026, the 'Captain Karam' faced detention at Yangpu Port after a thorough inspection by the Tokyo Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) inspectors. This initial port state control examination revealed a total of ten deficiencies aboard the vessel. Alarmingly, seven of these issues were classified as serious violations, providing just cause for the detention based on international safety standards. The inspection highlights ongoing concerns about maritime safety and compliance.

On December 30, 2023, the Odesa region faced a significant escalation as Russia executed a series of drone attacks targeting port infrastructure and civilian vessels. Among the impacted ships were the bulk carrier 'Emmakris III' (IMO: 9218387) and the 'Captain Karam', both of which were en route to a Ukrainian Black Sea port to load vital wheat supplies. Fortunately, initial reports have not indicated any casualties. Local authorities are currently conducting investigations and maintaining close surveillance of the situation. The Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Oleksiy Kuleba revealed that Russian forces also targeted the Black Sea ports of Pivdennyi and Chornomorsk, inflicting damage on oil storage tanks as well. These ports in Odesa and the surrounding area play a critical role in facilitating Ukraine's foreign trade and bolstering its wartime economy. For further updates and visuals, visit: https://ukranews.com/en/news/1125704-russia-attacks-two-civilian-vessels-entering-port-to-load-wheat

In a landmark event for Queensland's coal industry, the vessel Luminous Halo is poised to make history as the first ship to load coal from the newly expanded Abbot Point coal terminal. This significant development comes as Queensland's marine infrastructure minister, Craig Wallace, enthusiastically shared, "this is a pivotal milestone for our economy and reinforces our dedication to fulfilling the global demand for Queensland’s coal." With a capacity of 44,000 tonnes, the Luminous Halo is set to embark on its journey today. Wallace further highlighted the impact of this expansion, stating, "this new berth, alongside the existing one, will more than double our current export capacity from a nominal 21 million tonnes per annum (Mtpa) to an impressive 50 Mtpa by mid-year." This substantial increase positions Queensland to better cater to the international coal market.

In a significant development for Queensland’s economy, the Luminous Halo has become the first vessel to load coal from the newly expanded Abbot Point coal terminal. Scheduled to depart today, this ship boasts a capacity of 44,000 tonnes. Queensland’s marine infrastructure minister, Craig Wallace, hailed the event as a testament to the state's commitment to fulfilling global demand for its coal resources. Wallace emphasized that the new and upgraded berth will enhance export capabilities, raising the nominal export capacity from 21 million tonnes per annum (Mtpa) to an impressive 50 Mtpa by mid-year. This expansion is a notable leap forward in supporting Queensland's economic growth and enhancing its position in the international coal market.