Princess-Jia-Jia Vessel Reviews and Specifications

In a decisive move, the High Court Division of the Supreme Court has mandated the arrest of the vessel 'Princess Jia Jia' anchored at Chattogram Port due to unresolved financial obligations related to maritime supplies. The court's order follows Admiralty Suit No. 25 of 2026, initiated by Ken Lee Shipchandler Ltd and Ken Lee Export Services Ltd against the ship. Presiding over the case, Justice Sikder Mahmudur Razi issued the arrest order on May 4, 2026, granting the plaintiffs' request for vessel apprehension within the jurisdiction of admiralty law, as confirmed by Barrister Iftekhar. The court instructed the Chattogram Port Authority, along with the superintendent of police and the principal officer of the Mercantile Marine Department, to facilitate the vessel's arrest. According to court documents, the plaintiffs provided essential ship supplies, provisions, and spare parts to 'Princess Jia Jia' at Port Louis, Mauritius, from October 22 to 23, 2025, based on directives from the ship’s owners or managers. Despite the master of the vessel acknowledging the receipt of goods via signature and seal, the outstanding invoices have yet to be settled. Furthermore, the court was made aware that 'Princess Jia Jia' has a pattern of payment defaults in previous admiralty matters. Following thorough review of the petition, the court has accepted the suit and tasked the Marshal of the Admiralty Court with securing the vessel in custody as collateral against the claim until further directives are issued, while also laying out specific instructions to ensure the implementation of this order.

On December 8, 2025, the vessel 'Bedford Castle' was detained at the port of Zhangzhou following a thorough inspection conducted by officials from the Tokyo Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The inspection uncovered a total of 11 deficiencies, with six deemed critical enough to warrant the ship's detention. After addressing the immediate concerns, the 'Bedford Castle' departed Zhangzhou on December 9 and anchored at coordinates 24° 06' N 118° 18' E, where it has remained stationary as of December 10. The situation underscores the importance of maritime safety and compliance with international regulations.

The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) has flagged the vessel PRINCESS JIA JIA (IMO: 9189926) for abandonment, raising serious concerns regarding the wellbeing of its crew. Registered under the Panamanian flag, the ship is currently docked at Boca Grande II in Venezuela. With a crew of 20 seafarers, the situation has escalated as they have reportedly gone without wages for three months. The nationalities of the crew members are yet to be confirmed. The ITF received this distress report on August 1, 2025, and the case has been categorized as open. This instance is part of the ITF's broader mission to monitor and aid in addressing cases of crew abandonment globally, ensuring that seafarers are treated with the dignity and respect they deserve.

In a recent transaction, a vessel has been sold for nearly $4 million, with the identity of the buyers remaining undisclosed. The sale underscores the ongoing activity within the maritime industry, highlighting the continuing demand for vessels despite fluctuating market conditions.

In a somber incident reported on Sunday at Dhamra port in Odisha’s Bhadrak district, crew members aboard the cargo ship Bedford Castle discovered a fellow sailor unresponsive near his cabin. Hettiarachige Sugath Criyantha D’Silva, a 44-year-old deck fitter from Sri Lanka, was found deceased after the cargo vessel, registered under Panama, had been docked for two days while loading iron ore bound for China. According to police sources, D’Silva's body was located by the ship's crew, who noted that he had shared a meal with the captain the previous evening. Preliminary assessments suggest that the sailor may have succumbed to a cardiac arrest. The Bedford Castle is owned by Navalmar (UK) Ltd, and further investigations into the cause of D’Silva's death are underway.

The vessel PRINCESS JIA JIA, identified by IMO number 9189926, is scheduled to arrive at various ports in Brazil between January 16 and January 27, 2011. This anticipated docking period marks an exciting opportunity for maritime enthusiasts and industry stakeholders alike. Keep an eye on updates as the PRINCESS JIA JIA commences her journey to Brazilian shores.