On 5 February 2021, the Bulk Carrier "SALLY M" (GT 4,569 - DWT 7,435), fully laden with salt, ran aground at Katakolo port entrance, Ionian Sea, Greece while en route from Egypt to Slovenia.
Tsavliris provided assistance and the vessel was refloated successfully on 7 February.

On 19 January 2021, the Bulk Carrier "SOLSTICE N" (GT 35,581 - DWT 44,022), immobilised in Genova, Italy, due to rudder problem.
Tsavliris despatched the S/T "A.H. Liguria" (BHP 16,320 - BP 180) from Malta and towed the vessel to Piraeus.

On 10 January 2021, the Bulk Carrier "NAVIOS SUN" (GT 39,738 - DWT 76,619), immobilised due to tail shaft/malfunction about 50 miles SE from Kuriles Island, North Pacific. During the incident the vessel was on a voyage from Kushiro, Japan, to Vancouver, Canada, in ballast condition.
Tsavliris provided salvage assistance and on 31 January the operation was successfully completed.

A very useful video is now available online which aims to give viewers a better understanding of the workings of the Lloyd's Open Form contract (LOF) as well as highlight the important role it continues to play in the maritime world.

Happy New Year to all with 2021 blessings!
On 22 January, Tsavliris celebrated their pitta cutting event with extra safety measures due to the pandemic.