If you have insured cargo on board the following vessels and would like us to assist you in pursuing any claims arising from these incidents (or any similar cases), or if you require assistance in providing GA or salvage guarantees, please contact us as soon as possible.
Date: Around 4th February 2012 Type: Machinery Damage Voyage: Shanghai to Istanbul
Reports have been received that Panama flag vessel ACHILLEAS (22,953gt built 1985) sustained damage to her propeller shaft between Kassos and Crete earlier this month.
As a result of this, Salvage services were rendered to the bulk carrier by professional salvors, Five Oceans Salvage Consultants Limited.
It is likely that a salvage claim will be made against the owners/insurers of the cargo on board this vessel. It is also possible that general average will be declared.