Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Sinbad

In a noteworthy maritime transaction, a fleet has been sold en bloc to Swiss buyers, specifically the prominent trading company Vitol. While the exact financial details of the deal remain undisclosed, this acquisition marks a significant strategic investment in the shipping sector by the Swiss firm, enhancing its operational capabilities and maritime assets.

On December 19, 2011, a significant maritime incident unfolded 26 miles off Start Point involving the Brixham-based 23-meter trawler 'Sasha Emiel' and the fishing vessel 'Neverlands Angel.' The two boats narrowly escaped a collision, coming within just 20 meters of each other shortly before 1 p.m. off the picturesque South Devon coast. Following this alarming close call, the Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) initiated a preliminary review, although they did not confirm an official investigation at that time. The Brixham Coastguard promptly documented the event, relaying their findings after the incident occurred. The crew of 'Sasha Emiel' committed to submitting a comprehensive report once they returned to port on December 21. Additionally, a fishing protection vessel monitoring the area provided important details about the event using its Automatic Identification System (AIS), highlighting the critical role of technology in maritime safety.