What Crew Members Say About Mv-Celestia

On June 30, 2018, at approximately 9:30 p.m., the vessel 'Celebration', carrying a crew of 15, encountered technical issues related to overheating cylinder heads. This incident occurred at coordinates 050 02.317 N, 003 26.483 W, roughly 22 miles south of Brixham. At the time, the ship was loaded with a substantial cargo, including 9,122 tonnes of sugar, 148.8 metric tonnes of fuel oil, 40 metric tonnes of diesel oil, and 4 metric tonnes of lube oil. Fortunately, the crew successfully addressed the defect, and by 11 p.m., after conducting tests, the 'Celebration' was back on course. The ship, which was traveling from Rouen to Khoms, is now expected to arrive in Libya by July 8 at 6 p.m.

In a significant industry development, Clipper Group and Thorco Shipping have officially merged to form the world’s second-largest operator and owner of multipurpose and project vessels. This strategic union takes effect on July 1, 2013, with operations continuing under the Thorco brand and a centralized headquarters established in Copenhagen. Following this merger, the newly formed Thorco boasts an impressive fleet of approximately 90 state-of-the-art multipurpose vessels, featuring a robust lifting capacity of up to 400 tons. The fleet will encompass a broad spectrum of vessel sizes, ranging from 5,000 deadweight tons (dwt) to 20,000 dwt, reinforcing Thorco’s position in the global shipping market.

On March 4, 2023, the freighter Thorco Celebration experienced a significant fire in its cargo holds while docked in Sao Sebastio, Brazil. The exact details surrounding the incident remain unclear as authorities continue to investigate the cause and extent of the fire. The ship, identified by its IMO number, is currently under scrutiny as experts assess the damage and the safety of the vessel moving forward.