Typhoon Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

After a prolonged two-year legal saga, the former 'Malaviya Twenty' has finally departed Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, now operating under the new name 'Typhoon'. The vessel is on a route to Santander, with an estimated time of arrival on October 26, 2018. Initially detained in June 2016 due to unresolved issues concerning unpaid port fees and crew wages, the ship faced further complications when the Maritime and Coastguard Agency found multiple defects, triggering a prohibition notice that left it immobilized. In a significant turn of events, Greek company Laskaradis Shipping acquired the ship during an auction of sealed bids conducted by the British Admiralty Marshal, resolving all outstanding legal matters. Following the completion of necessary repairs, the crew of 12 has been released to return home, marking a new chapter for the vessel as it resumes its journey.

The 'Malaviya 20', a vessel that has languished in an English port for over two years, is finally on the brink of being sold. The ship has been docked at Great Yarmouth in Norfolk since June 2016 due to ongoing legal disputes and is now heading for auction by the Admiralty Marshal. Bid submissions will commence on September 11, with the proceeds aimed at settling outstanding debts, including crew wages and port fees. Captain Nikesh Rastogi, who has been onboard for the last 18 months, has reportedly not received pay since late last year, alongside his three crew members. The ship was detained following the crew's legal team obtaining a High Court order last month. The vessel's owners had entered liquidation in January, paving the way for this upcoming sale.

After 18 arduous months aboard the 'Malaviya 20', Indian captain Nikesh Rastogi is set to return to his home country, along with three remaining crew members. The vessel, which has been detained in Great Yarmouth since July 2016 for unpaid wages and outstanding port dues, has faced continuous delays in payment, leaving these crew members stranded without wages this year. While most of their fellow crew were repatriated previously, Rastogi and his colleagues were caught in a deadlock with the harbor owners. However, good news is on the horizon as they are expected to fly back to India in the coming weeks. Additionally, the ship's sale process is anticipated to wrap up in September, which is expected to facilitate the payment of outstanding wages owed to the crew.