What Crew Members Say About Sfl-Composer

Repair operations for the 'SFL Composer' are currently underway at Vigeroe Yard in Odense after the vessel was involved in a collision with the 'Maersk Gironde'. As of September 3, the ship remains docked and is undergoing significant repairs, including the installation of new steel. This update brings attention to the ongoing recovery process for the 'SFL Composer' following the incident. For more detailed visuals of the repair work, you can check out these photographs: [View Photo 1](https://www.shipspotting.com/photos/3880780?navList=gallery&category=39&page=1&viewType=normal&sortBy=newest), [View Photo 2](https://www.shipspotting.com/photos/3880779?navList=gallery&category=39&page=1&viewType=normal&sortBy=newest), [View Photo 3](https://www.shipspotting.com/photos/3880778?navList=gallery&category=39&page=1&viewType=normal&sortBy=newest).

On August 6 at 9:45 PM UTC, the 'Maersk Gironde' departed from its anchorage north of Fynshoved, which is situated near the entrance of Kalundborg Fjord, following assessments carried out by the Danish Maritime Authority (Søfartsstyrelsen). The vessel is now en route to Gdansk, with a revised estimated time of arrival set for August 10. After completing cargo operations, the 'Maersk Gironde' will require repairs due to bow damage incurred during a collision with the 'SFL Composer.' This incident occurred north of Fyns Hoved, adjacent to the entrance of Hatter Barn and the deep-water shipping route. The 'Maersk Gironde' impacted the port side stern of the vehicles carrier 'SFL Composer', resulting in significant damage above the waterline, including breaches, bruises, and dents that extend along the port side hull up to amidships. The 'SFL Composer' has since been towed from its anchorage in the Sejerø Bight into the drydock at Lindø Shipyard in Odense, where it arrived on August 6 at 6 AM. For further details, including video coverage, visit: https://fyens.dk/112/kollision-mellem-skibe-i-fynsk-farvand-vi-har-vaeret-forbi.

On the evening of August 4, 2025, at precisely 10:20 p.m., a maritime mishap unfolded as the container vessel 'Maersk Gironde' (IMO: 9235555), sailing from Wilhelmshaven to Gdansk, collided with the 'SFL Composer'. The latter was navigating from Emden when the incident occurred at the entrance to the deep-water channel at Hatter Barn. Fortunately, both vessels exhibited damage confined to the above-waterline sections. However, diving inspections are underway to assess any potential undersea impairments. In response, the Danish Maritime Authority has mandated the detention of both ships. The 'SFL Composer' has anchored to the northwest of Sejerø, near the collision site, while the 'Maersk Gironde' has settled at anchor just north of Fyns Hoved at coordinates 55° 42' N 010° 45' E, where it has remained stationary up until August 6. The Danish Maritime Authority took prompt action, conducting a thorough inspection of the damage during the night and again on the morning of August 5. For further assistance, the 'SFL Composer' was towed by the Svitzer tugs 'Svitzer Edda' (IMO: 9898929) and 'Trym' (IMO: 9342724) to the Fayard Shipyard (previously known as Lindø Skibsværft) located in the Odense Fjord for comprehensive assessments. As of midday on August 6, the 'SFL Composer' dropped anchor at coordinates 55° 35' N 010° 33' E. For further details and visuals of the incident, visit the report here: https://tv-kalundborg.dk/nyheder/maersk-skib-i-kollision-ved-hatter-barn/

On September 4, 2022, a medical crisis unfolded aboard the 'SFL Composer' while the vessel was docked in Emden's outer port. A crew member experienced a life-threatening cardiac arrest in the engine control room, prompting immediate action from local emergency services. Fire brigades, along with the dedicated volunteer teams from Larrelt and Twixlum, swiftly facilitated a challenging rescue operation. Their prompt response ensured that the affected crew member was transported to the hospital for urgent medical attention.