Reviews & Ratings for the Vista
IMO: 9323170
Passenger Ro Ro Cargo Ship, Panama
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Vessel Details
MMSI
374227000
Callsign
3FJI2
Width
16.0 m
Length
63.0 m
Reviews (1)
William
2025-03-03
Position: Able Seaman
Advantages:
Looking for information about this vessel. Any thoughts on this vessel? Good food and quarters?
Disadvantages:
No personal experience yet, just gathering info.
Latest News (1)
OceanLaLa Struggles Against Stormy Seas Amid Tropical Depression Dianmu
On the night of August 8, 2023, the ferry OceanLaLa, with IMO number 9323170, encountered severe challenges while navigating from Makong to Taichung Harbor. The vessel was carrying 327 passengers when it found itself in the throes of tropical storm Dianmu, which lashed Taiwan with relentless waves. These turbulent seas led to extraordinary wave heights reaching up to 6 meters, nearly tripling the usual 2.5 meters. In response to the emergency, the National Rescue Command Center and Coast Guard Administration sprang into action, deploying five patrol ships to safely escort the ailing ferry the last 8.7 miles to port. The situation was further supported by military helicopters and harbor tugs, demonstrating a concerted effort to ensure the safety of all on board. By 11 p.m. that evening, OceanLaLa successfully berthed in Taichung Harbor. However, the ordeal resulted in seven individuals, including passengers and crew members, requiring hospital treatment for their injuries. Fortunately, the timely intervention of the rescue teams allowed for a safe arrival under challenging conditions.
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🧑🚒 Was Vista involved in any migrant rescue operations?
Based on available news reports, Vista has been mentioned in connection with migrant-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning migrant operations. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.