Reviews & Ratings for the Lausu

On April 25, 2019, at approximately 02:15 a.m., the anchored vessel 'Ocean Gladiator' was targeted by three armed robbers in a small craft while docked at the Apapa-Lagos anchorage, located at coordinates 006 20 17.4 N, 003 20 30.0 E. The alertness of the duty Able Seaman who discovered the intruders near the cargo tank played a crucial role in preventing any theft. Upon notifying the Officer of the Watch, an alarm was raised, and the crew quickly gathered in response. The robbers, realizing their cover was compromised due to the crew's swift actions, abandoned their attempt and jumped overboard, taking their equipment with them as they made a hasty retreat in their boat. Following the incident, a report was promptly filed with a Nigerian naval patrol vessel. Fortunately, no items were reported stolen, highlighting the effectiveness of the crew's preparedness and response in this security breach.

In an important transaction within the maritime industry, a vessel has been sold to the Greek shipping company Lomar for a substantial sum of $16 million. This acquisition underscores Lomar's commitment to enhancing its fleet and highlights the ongoing activity in the global ship sales market.