Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Tutuk

A vessel has been officially sold to the Chittagong Breakers, marking a significant step in its lifecycle as it heads towards dismantling. This transaction highlights the ongoing trend of ship recycling in Bangladesh, particularly in the bustling port city of Chittagong, which is renowned for its shipbreaking industry. As the demand for sustainable practices rises, such sales are crucial for the responsible recycling of maritime assets.

On March 7, 2022, the tanker 'Tutuk' was detained by the Harbour Master's Office and the Batam City Special Port Authority for engaging in unauthorized ship-to-ship (STS) transfer activities alongside the tanker 'Lynx Satu' in the Batu Ampar waters of Batam, Riau Islands. The operations were deemed illegal, as they were conducted without the necessary official documentation and permits. The situation prompted an immediate inspection by the Batam Special Port KSOP, in collaboration with Batam City Customs and Excise, to ensure compliance and address the violations.