STARVIP

Casualty Details

Publish Date 29 Jun 2025
Casualty Type Engine Failure
Vessel Type General Cargo
IMO 9326495
GRT 12899
Year of Build 2007
Location 145 nautical miles east of Valletta, Malta
Cargo Details Up to 21,500 cubic metres of general cargo

Description

* We have received reports that the general cargo vessel STARVIP (IMO: 9326495) experienced an engine failure at a position approximately 145 nautical miles east of Valletta, Malta, on 29 June 2025.

* It is reported that the crew was unable to complete the repairs. Consequently, the vessel was taken under tow by a tug towards Valletta, Malta, for inspection and possibly repairs.

* It is possible that General Average / Salvage and associated Recovery issues may arise as a result of this casualty.

* We therefore recommend that you contact us if you are concerned with any cargo on board this vessel so that we can immediately start taking steps to protect your interests.

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