Zim-Iberia Vessel Reviews and Specifications

CMA CGM has successfully finalized a charter agreement, paving the way for 3 to 4 months of trading in Asia. The new deal stipulates a daily rate of $92,500, highlighting a significant opportunity in the current maritime market. This move underscores CMA CGM's commitment to enhancing its fleet operations in the Asia region.

On January 9, 2019, the vessel identified as 'ALS Juno' experienced a significant engine malfunction at the northern entrance of the Canakkale Strait. To assist with the situation, the anchor handling tug 'Ocean Ergun' was dispatched to perform towage operations. These operations officially commenced on January 12 after all necessary towage approvals were secured. The 'ALS Juno' successfully reached Altinova for essential repairs on January 15 at 6:30 AM and was ready to depart the repair yard by March 17 at 8:40 PM. Following repairs, the vessel anchored at coordinates 40° 44.06' N and 029° 29.07' E. On March 22, the 'ALS Juno' set sail once more, ultimately arriving at Port Said East on March 25.

In a concerning incident on April 13, 2018, at approximately 2:30 a.m., the container ship Arkas Africa experienced a robbery while moored at Lagos port, located at coordinates 06 26N. Four assailants approached the vessel via a speedboat and boarded from the outboard side. Fortunately, the vigilant crew on duty quickly noticed the intruders, prompting the robbers to abandon their efforts and flee the scene in their boat. Subsequent investigations uncovered evidence of theft, as a ship's store was found ajar with a broken padlock, indicating that some valuable ship's property had been compromised during the incident. Authorities are continuing inquiries into the matter to enhance security protocols and prevent future occurrences.