Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Rubyn

**Title: "Ruby" Faces Another Detention in Izmir: A Troubling Trend Continues** In a concerning turn of events, the "Ruby" has been detained once more, just a month after its previous detainment. The vessel, which has an IMO number [insert IMO number], was held in Izmir, Turkey, with a staggering 23 deficiencies recorded. Seven of these were serious enough to warrant the detention. The critical deficiencies identified included: 1. **Radio Communications**: The vessel’s recognized Mobile Satellite Services ship-to-earth station was found to be inoperative. 2. **Life-Saving Appliances**: The rescue boats onboard were deemed inoperative, raising significant safety concerns. 3. **Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery**: The main propulsion engine did not meet necessary requirements, compromising the vessel’s operational integrity. 4. **Auxiliary Machinery**: Additional auxiliary machinery also failed to comply with required standards. 5. **Operational Familiarity**: Crew members demonstrated a lack of familiarity with the machinery operations, which is vital for safe navigation. 6. **Emergency Procedures**: A notable deficiency in fire drills indicated inadequate training for the crew in emergency response protocols. 7. **International Safety Management (ISM) Compliance**: The ISM certificate presented was found to be insufficient. The "Ruby" was ultimately released from detention on April 21 and has since departed for Burgas. This incident follows its last detention, which took place on February 19 in Hamburg, where it faced 27 deficiencies over a twelve-day period. This repeated pattern of detentions suggests ongoing compliance issues that need to be addressed to ensure safety and operational efficiency. As maritime authorities remain vigilant, stakeholders will be closely monitoring the measures taken by the vessel's management to rectify these persistent problems.

**Title: "Rubyn" Detained in Hamburg for Safety Violations** In a recent development in maritime safety, the cargo vessel "Rubyn" was detained in Hamburg upon its arrival on February 19, 2026. An inspection revealed a total of six significant deficiencies that raised safety concerns: 1. Fire Safety: The fire detection and alarm system was found to be inoperative. 2. Fire Safety: The provision of emergency escape breathing devices was deemed insufficient. 3. Fire Safety: Crew performance evaluations indicated a lack of necessary training. 4. Navigation Safety: Electronic charts (ECDIS) did not meet regulatory requirements. 5. Structural Integrity: The steering gear was reported damaged. 6. Emergency Systems: Emergency lighting, batteries, and switches were found to be inoperative. Following the inspection, the "Rubyn" was held for a thorough review but was released on March 2, 2026. Subsequently, the vessel set sail for Dordrecht, with an estimated time of arrival (ETA) scheduled for March 4. This incident underscores the critical importance of vessel inspections and adherence to safety protocols to ensure the well-being of crew and cargo alike.