Sleipnir Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

**Title: World's Largest Crane Ship, Sleipnir, Faces Blackout Crisis Near Stavanger** On the morning of May 3, 2026, at approximately 8:30 a.m., the colossal crane vessel 'Sleipnir' experienced a total blackout off the coast of Hundvåg in Stavanger, Norway. This critical failure resulted in the loss of both power and steering, leaving the ship adrift and at risk of running aground. Swiftly responding to the emergency, nearby tugboats engaged in a coordinated effort and managed to attach towing lines to the drifting vessel by around 9:15 a.m. Thanks to their quick actions, 'Sleipnir' was halted mere meters from the shoreline before being safely towed into the Åmøyfjord. The tugboats involved in this operation included 'BB Power' (IMO: 9995959), 'BB Worker' (IMO: 9360051), and 'Bjonn' (IMO: 8223048), which held the crane ship in position at coordinates 59° 01' N 005° 42' E. Fortunately, no evacuation was necessary, and the vessel avoided colliding with any structures during the incident. However, an oil spill was detected following the blackout, prompting the deployment of cleanup crews to mitigate environmental impact both in the water and on a nearby beach at Skeisvika. In light of the incident, authorities have launched a formal investigation to understand the circumstances surrounding the blackout. Additionally, ferry operations by Fjord1 between Stavanger and Hommersåk in Sandnes faced temporary suspension until 10:10 a.m. as a precautionary measure. For more details, including captivating photos and videos, you can visit the following links: - [NRK News Report](https://www.nrk.no/rogaland/kranfartoy-fikk-problemer_-_-var-fa-meter-fra-land-1.17869364) - [Rogaland News Story](https://www.rastavanger.no/storre-kranfartoy-med-motortrobbel-drifter-mot-hundvag/s/5-165-249929?fbclid=IwdGRleARkZkpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe4HDP7B9-bpVMZgddXZLg33BvA_0wIkuMUmrXZJ__3OUgazOG1gRng0kvCJ0_aem_YXd--blKtKq4NNNjMXdWVA) - [Rogaland Video Clips](https://www.rastavanger.no/vis/reels/video?selected=5-165-250217) This incident underscores the need for vigilant maritime safety measures, especially for vessels of such enormous capacity.

Om July 30, 2024, Greenpeace activists approached the gas platform under construction with the 'Sleipnir' by a Dutch energy company around 20 kilometers northwest of the island of Borkum. Around 30 people gathered for a demonstration with inflatable boats, life rafts and kayaks, which has so far not resulted in any further disruptions to operations or impairments to shipping. The Dutch authorities were responsible for the measures on the drilling platform, and they received support from the water police Lower Saxony upon request. Three life rafts that make up a protest camp were manned by two people each throughout the night. The rubber dinghies and kayaks were removed overnight for safety reasons. The Greenpeace activists had set off from Borkum port. According to the company One-Dyas, the m/v "Sea Seraya", which was loaded with building materials, was currently lying idle. The emergency forces from the Lower Saxony water police were on site with boats, but did not intervene. Ships from the Dutch coast guard also accompanied the protest at times. The protest was taking place in Dutch territorial waters. The water police are in close contact with their Dutch counterparts. The water police had been aware of the action since last week. The demonstration was not registered, but was covered by freedom of assembly as long as there was no danger to the participants and they behaved peacefully. For One-Dyas, Greenpeace's protests are acceptable as long as they remained peaceful. The Dutch oil and gas company announced this on July 30. However, One-Dyas complained that Greenpeace's protest action disrupted work on the construction site and that unexpected interruptions could lead to an increased risk of accidents for people, nature and the environment. Report with photo and video: https://www.ndr.de/nachrichten/niedersachsen/oldenburg_ostfriesland/Schwimmendes-Protestcamp-Greenpeace-Aktivisten-uebernachten-auf-See,greenpeace790.html

The SAR helicopter Helimer 402 medevaced a sick crew member from the 'Sleipnir', en route to Rotterdam, more than 300 miles from Galicia on March 15, 2024. The patient was hoisted and taken to Alvedro with a doctor on board at 10:20 p.m. The response was coordinated by the Fisterra Rescue Center, which mobilized the helicopter, based at the Alvedro airport in Coruña, and the Sasemar 102 plane, which operates from the Rosalía de Castro in Santiago. The sailor was transported to Alvedro, where an ambulance was waiting for him and took him to a hospital for further medical care. Video: https://twitter.com/i/status/1768983943099957492