Welcome Wednesday!

While we're out of the office helping to shape how search and rescue is done in the Arctic we'd like to remind you that ships continue to enroll in Amver. We're grateful for the continued support and invite you to welcome the latest members.

• DVINA GULF
• MALIK AL ASHTAR
• UST LUGA
• STOLT MAPLE
• ORPHEUS
• ARAHO
• SEAENVOY
• KIRISHIMA

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Welcome Wednesday!

Thank you! We mentioned we had a successful awards ceremony in Rotterdam and many Dutch ships have answered our call. Thank you for enrolling and continuing to support the Amver system. Twelve more vessels enrolled and agreed to ensure no call for help goes unanswered. Help us make them feel welcome.

• GH MISTRAL
• SC JUPITER
• SC NEPTUNE
• ATLANTIC HARMONY
• SC TAURUS
• AS LAGUNA
• KRAFTCA
• TRICA
• PULPCA
• PLYCA
• BIGROOL BAFFIN
• FRONT EARL

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Welcome Wednesday!

Last week we presented Amver awards in Rotterdam and offered a challenge to the award recipients to enroll the remainder of their fleets in Amver. While not reflective in the numbers this week, we are encouraged that more ships will enroll in Amver. We're issuing the same challenge to the rest of the world's fleet managers. Enroll your ships today. You are the key to ensuring no call for help goes unanswered. Here are the latest members of Amver.

• GUNDEM SERRA
• GUNDEM MAKBULE
• MIMMI SCHULTE
• AUSTRALIAN BULKER
• SEA GARNET
• SAGA FREYA

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Amver awards in Rotterdam

We were very excited to present Amver awards in Rotterdam for the first time in 37 years. Thirty one Dutch companies representing 165 ships received Amver awards in 2016. We were pleased to meet many of them at the ceremony held at the Europort event at Rotterdam Ahoy on Tuesday, November 7, 2017.

We would like to extend our special thanks to the Rotterdam Ahoy taff and the Royal Netherlands Shipowners Association for helping us present the awards. We would also like to thank U.S. Coast Guard Captain David Barata, Commander, U.S. Coast Guard Activities Europe, for helping present the awards and sharing his appreciation to Dutch ships for their dedication to safety at sea.

We look forward to working with the KVNR at future events and presenting even more Amver awards in 2018.

Thank you and congratulations to everyone who participated.

Photo credit: U.S. Coast Guard photo

Welcome Wednesday!

Week after week you continue to support Amver. Since 1958, almost 60 years we've been listing the ships enrolled in Amver. This week we're happy to list the 16 latest members of the Amver safety network. We thank you for continuing to support the world's only voluntary search and rescue system. Now, here are the latest members of the Amver system.

• BEOTHUCK SPIRIT
• ULYSSES
• WAKATAKE MARU
• VENEZIA
• SAKAZAYA ORCHID
• MACHADO DE ASSIS
• CAPE JASMINE
• XING LONG ZHOU 665
• GRACIOUS
• MONT FORT
• HYUNDAI TECHNOPHIA
• HYUNDAI AQUAPHIA
• EVERY LOYAL
• BERGE MULHACEN
• BORIS VILKITSKY
• CIELO BIANCO

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Welcome Wednesday!

So, who joined Amver this week? Two more ships, that's who. Does two matter? You bet it does. Even one ship can mean the difference between life and death for a seafarer, yachtsman or migrant. You can make a difference in a maritime emergency as well. Join Amver today.

• SEARUNNER
• ULTRA PASSION

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Amver participating cruise ship saves 10 migrants

The Amver participating cruise ship Britannia rescued 10 African migrants off the coast of Spain on Monday, October 23, 2017.

According to multiple new reports, including the Daily Mail, crewmembers aboard the Britannia spotted 10 people struggling in an inflatable raft. A rescue helicopter was called to hoist the survivors who received medical care and food on the cruise ship.

The ship, on a voyage back to the United Kingdom from Spain, transferred the survivors to Spanish Coast Guard authorities. The Britannia enrolled in Amver on March 23, 2015 and has earned two Amver participation awards.

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Welcome Wednesday!

Thank you to the latest ships that enrolled in Amver this week. Because of you, more lives can be saved at sea. You can join these vessels by joining today. Help us welcome the latest members of the Amver safety network.

• JOSE DE PATROCINIO
• MAERSK HONG KONG
• FRONT CAPELLA
• CTG COBALT
• CHALLENGE POLLUX

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Amver participating bulk carrier rescues 3 people off Costa Rica

The Amver participating bulk carrier Navios Sagittarius rescued three people from the water approximately 33 miles off the coast of Costa Rica on Tuesday, October 17, 2017.

According to a rescue report submitted to the Amver center, the Navios Sagittarius witnessed people in the water and the bridge team activated the man overboard alarm while the master requested the ship slow to maneuvering speed. The crew then lowered a lifeboat and safely rescued the three people from the water. Once the survivors were on board, the ship resumed it's voyage to Balboa.

No other details are known at this time.

The Navios Sagittarius, managed by Navios Shipmanagement of Piraus, Greece, enrolled in Amver on April 12, 2009.

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Welcome Wednesday!

It's that time of the week. Time to recognize the vessels enrolled in Amver. These companies have recognized the benefits of a well managed search and rescue case. Knowing the characteristics of a ship, it's next port call and the best way to call the bridge are key to ensuring the best ship is sent to assist in an emergency at sea. Yes, we know there are automated ways to track ships. But do those automated tracking schemes know if you have a doctor on board? No, they don't. Join Amver and you're part of a well coordinated search and rescue response.

• INDIGA
• DISCOVERY
• QUARTZ
• MOL FSRU CHALLENGER
• MARFA
• MARAN ARES
• TAIPEI TRIUMPH
• NORDDOLPHIN
• N.B. PRASAD
• FOMENTO TWO

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Welcome Wednesday!

If you're wondering who joined Amver this week look no further! Ships join Amver for a number of reasons. Tradition, the desire to help people, business reasons or because the shipping community recognizes the value of well coordinated rescue management. Regardless of the reason, we're thankful you continue to support and join Amver. Help us welcome the latest members of the Amver safety network.

• LA SUPREMA
• CESI TIANJIN
• CABO FUJI
• OLYMPIAN HIGHWAY
• ORIENTAL KING
• SAN PEDRO

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Welcome Wednesday!

Who joined Amver this week? The list may be small, but it's important none the less. Your vessel may be the difference between life and death for a seafarer, migrant or yachtsman. We appreciate the sacrifice your company makes, both financially and in personal risk, when asked to respond to a call for assistance. What you do makes a difference. Thank you.

• MARAN AJAX
• BEIRA
• SANYU

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Welcome Wednesday!

One may be the lonliest number but we'll take one. One is the difference between life and death. One vessel means someone is out there, standing watch, keeping a lookout and available to render assistance. All it takes is one. But Amver is more than one. In fact, there are almost 8,000 ships available each day to assist in search and rescue anywhere in the world. Will you help us? Will you be the one? Help us welcome the latest member of Amver.

• FRONT POLLUX

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Welcome Wednesday!

Hey, did you join Amver this week? If you did, thank you! If you haven't, join us now. There is no shortage of good work that your vessels can provide. The sea remains a dangerous place and nobody is better suited to lend a hand than you, the seafarer. Now, help us welcome the latest members of the Amver safety network.

• BW NILE
• ROYAL BLISS
• YM UNIFORMITY
• MOUNT KELLETT
• SC SCORPIO

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Welcome Wednesday!

You've been waiting for it, right? You want to know who joined Amver this week, don't you? Of course you do. Well the wait is over. The tradition of listing ships in Amver dates back to our beginning in 1958 when newly enrolled ships were listed in the Amver Bulletin. We're happy to continue the tradition today. Help us welcome the latest members of the Amver safety network.

• DEEPWATER PONTUS
• SEASPEED
• KASSOS
• GREATSHIP RASHI
• PARNASSOS

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Welcome Wednesday!

Another week and we're proud to deliver the list of the latest ships enrolled in Amver. Who are they? Take a look below. You've considered joining Amver but haven't taken the next step? Enrolling in Amver is easy and only takes a few moments. Join today and you can ensure no call for help goes unanswered.

• AMERICAN SPIRIT
• CMA CGM T. ROOSEVELT
• SFL SABINE
• YM URANUS
• HANNA OLDENDORFF

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Welcome Wednesday!

We're exceptionally proud of our participants. Silently sailing the world's oceans ready to provide life saving services when necessary. You continue to support the only global, voluntary search and rescue system on the high seas. If you aren't part of the Amver system, consider enrolling today. The benefits certainly outweigh the costs and you'll get the satisfaction of knowing your vessels are helping ensure no call for help goes unanswered.

• ZITA SCHULTE
• SEAWAYS HATTERAS
• ORIENTAL ARROW
• INDONESIAN BULKER
• BUKHTA NAYEZDNIK
• FRONT CASCADE
• SIGNAL MAYA
• RIVERA

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Welcome Wednesday!

Here you go! The latest vessels that joined Amver this week. We remain grateful for your support of the Amver system and global search and rescue. Every day more than 8,000 ships are reporting to us, ready to respond in the event of an emergency at sea. Thank you!

• AQUAPUELCHE
• FRONT CRYSTAL
• ANDERIDA

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International rescue effort saves two sailors

An international rescue effort including U.S. Air Force Pararescuemen and the Amver participating Handysize tanker Nord Nightingale saved two German sailors who abandoned their burning sailboat approximatley 525 miles east of Port Canaveral, Fla., on Friday, July 7, 2017.

U.S. Coast Guard rescue authorities in Miami, Fla. received a 406 MHz Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) for a 42-foot German flagged sailboat. Working with rescue authorities in Bremen, Germany the Coast Guard personnel learned that two sailors had abandoned their buring sailboat and one of the sailors was suffering from severe burns.

Coast Guard rescue personnel used the Amver system to locate the 600-foot chemical tanker Nord Nightingale which was near the sunked sailboat. The crew of the Nord Nighingale agreed to divert and assist in the rescue operations.

The Coast Guard also coordinated with the U.S. Air Force who launched pararescuemen and medical supplies from the 920th Rescue Wing. The team of Air Force rescue specialists were able to parachute down to the injured yachtsment and begin treating them.

The survivors and pararescuemen were hoisted aboard the Nord Nighingale and a U.S. Air Force helicopter arrived to hoist the seven and transport them back to Florida where the survivors were transferred to EMS and transported to a local hospital.

The Singapore flagged Nord Nightingale, managed by NorOrient Product Pool in Singapore, enrolled in Amver on June 2, 2008.

Photo credit: U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Mark Borosch

Welcome Wednesday!

You've done it again! You have shown a steadfast commitment to safety at sea by demonstrating, week after week, your willingness to take an extra step to save lives and join Amver. You've put profits asside for safety. You've put scheduling aside for safety. You've made a statement to the world that a call for help by anyone at sea will not be ignored. Thank you. Now help us welcome the latest members of the Amver safety network.

• VENUS SKY
• THE TAIPAN
• GOLDEN OPAL
• MARINI
• NEW MERIT
• MAERSK GUATEMALA
• ARTEMISSIO
• ORIENT CHALLENGE
•  LOWLANDS FUTURE
• YM WREATH
• EPICURUS
• HYUNDAI SAMHO S844
• HELLAS TATIANA

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Welcome Wednesday!

We're approaching our 59th anniversary and we're pleased to report that you continue to show your support by enrolling in Amver. This week another eighteen ships joined. Thank you for confirming your commitment to safety at sea and willingness to take an extra step to ensure no call for help goes unanswered. Help us welcome the latest members of the Amver safety network.

• PACIFIC HONG KONG
• SPIRIT OF ADVENTURE
• CALEDONIAN VANGUARD
• CALEDONIAN VIGILANCE
• CALEDONIAN VICTORY
• CESI BEIHAI
• YM WIND
• FLORENTINE OETKER
• MONDIAL SUCCESS
• SAFAIR QUEST
• OOCL BERLIN
• NS IONA
• BRITISH ENGINEER
• MARAN HERMES
• SONAGOL CAZENGA
• MONRING PROSPERITY
• OLYMPIC LADY
• SAMJOHN ARGONAUT

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Welcome Wednesday!

We're very pleased to present this week's newest Amver members. The tradition of listing new Amver participants dates back to the early days of the Amver Bulletin in 1958. For nearly 60 years we have shared the names of ships enrolled in our system as a way of saying thank you and giving you recognition for taking an additional step towards safety at sea. Your commitment does not go unnoticed. While many of you will never be called upon to help in a maritime emergency, it's good know you're there!

• OMS ENDURANCE
• CMA CGM AFRICA FOUR
• EMILIUS
• EPIC BALUAN
• FORESTAL GAIA
• TAKASAGO
• CLIPPER FREEPORT

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Welcome Wednesday!

Who joined Amver this past week? Here's the list! Thank you for continuing to support our efforts to ensure no call for help goes unanswered. We recognize you put your crews and profits at risk and your contribution does not go unrecognized. Once again, thank you!

• NETADOLA
• ALORA
• KN ARCADIA
• RYMAN
• SEATRIUMPH
• SAMSARA
• IONIC ANAX
• NAVIG8 GRATITUDE
• OLYMPIC LUNA
• OLYMPIC FRIENDSHIP
• OSAKA BAY
• NAVIG8 EXECUTIVE
• AMBER STAR

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Welcome Wednesday!

Here it is! The list of the latest ships enrolled in Amver. It doesn't take much to join. Simply fill out the questionnaire and you're all set. You can begin reporting as soon as your ship is enrolled. Easy, right? Now, help us welcome the latest members of the Amver safety network.

• HILMA BULKER
• FAIRCHEM SUCCESS
• DAMIA DESGAGNES
• CMA CGM G. WASHINGTON
• KUO LIN
• SIDER TIS

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Welcome Wednesday!

Ten more vessels have joined Amver this week. Thank you for taking a little extra time, a little extra effort to reaffirm your commitment to safety at sea. Without this network and extra effort the seas would be a little more dangerous and the work of search and rescue would be a bit more challenging. Help us welcome these new ships to the Amver safety network.

• FRONT SIRIUS
• SOLA TS
• ASIAN BULKER
• BERRIO
• MAERSK EFFINGHAM
• AGIOS SOSTIS I
• JS INEOS INVENTION
• MARATHON TS
• RGL FIRST
• SANTA VALENTINA

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Welcome Wednesday!

Today marks the anniversary of the sinking of Titanic. 105 years ago a tragedy at sea spurred a change in safety, safety culture and how we respond to vessels in distress on the oceans. Amver is a direct result of the Titanic sinking. It wasn't until the advent of the computer before a method of connecting the dots, building a maritime situational awareness was established.

Since 1958 the Amver program has saved lives at sea. This success is a direct result of ships enrolling, ships like those listed below. As we remember Titanic, lets also be thankful for the latest members of the Amver network.

• FPSO PIONEIRO DE LIBRA
• GAS STELLA
• DCI DREDGE AQUARIUS
• POPEYE
• ESSAR WILDCAT
• JOYCE L. VANENKEVORT
• POLAR KING
• ROSSANA
• KALLO
• BW INTEGRITY
• KODIAK ISLAND
• SHANDONG FU ZE
• NAVIG8 PRESTIGE
• AQUAPAMPERO
• DELPHIS REGA
• NSU VOYAGER
• CS JOLA
• ANSAC COLUMBIA
• ABY ASIA
• SBI JIVE
• SUMMER PLOEG
• FELIX
• PACIFIC BINZHOU

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Welcome Wednesday!

Why do we encourage participation in Amver? Because the oceans remain dangerous. In the wake of news of a ship lost in the South Atlantic, we'd like to remind all seafarers that Amver participation is no cost, requires a minimal amount of effort and you can enroll in just minutes. You can ensure no call for help goes unanswered by joining Amver today.

• CAPE KALLIA
• DESERT RANGER
• IVS HIRONO
• HANES OLDENDORFF
• BW TAGUS
• HOUHENG 5
• NEW FACE

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Welcome Wednesday!

Nineteen more vessels enrolled in Amver this week. Nineteen more chances for saving lives at sea. Thank you for joining and helping us ensure no call for help goes unanswered!

• STX DALIAN D2136
• SILVER JOAN
• STH CHIBA
• DONG-A THETIS
• ANNA KNUTSEN
• MINERVA KALYPSO
• LIVITA
• NEW VICTORY
• FRONT ANTARES
• VICTORY VENTURE
• UNITY VENTURE
• INCHEON BAY
• AIN SNAN
• BW
• YM UNICORN
• XANADU
• WAIKKI
• MARAN HELEN
• IONIC PATRIS

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Welcome Wednesday

Once again we're pleased to share the latest ships to enroll in Amver. Their participation makes a difference, as it did in the case of the 105 migrants rescued last month. We're so glad you continue to make the Amver system grow, ensuring no call for help at sea goes unanswered. Thank you for continuing to support Amver. Help us welcome the latest participants. Interested in joining? You can enroll here.

• YM FUJI
• INDUSTRIAL SONG
• CARTAGENA EXPRESS
• KUO LONG
• AGIOS MAKARIOS
• UNITY DISCOVERY
• AL SHOUA
• BENFICA
• LISBOA

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Amver Ship Saves More Than 100 Migrants

The Amver participating container ship Joanna saved 105 migrants off the coast of Libya on February 18, 2017.

The crew of the Joanna was sailing west of Crete on a voyage to Italy when the ship was notified by rescue authorities in Malta of a possible migrant or fishing vessel in distress. The crew of the Joanna located the wooden boat which was holed and taking on water. On the boat were 105 African migrants including three pregnant women and a number of children.

Despite choppy seas and high winds the crew of the Joanna were able to secure it along side the 600-foot container ship. "Following the rescue of the migrants, we placed the pregnant women and children in ships accommodations while sheltering the remainder of the survivors on the deck protected by the containers. We provided medical attention to the ill, food and blankets and notified FRONTEX of the rescue," reported the ship's captain to the Amver center.

The Joanna safely transferred the 105 survivors to Italian authorities the following day.

The Joanna, managed by Eurobulk of Greece, enrolled in Amver on November 2, 2001.

Photo credit: crew of the M/V Joanna

Welcome Wednesday!

Another week, another opportunity to share just who joined Amver. Listing the ships enrolled in Amver goes back to the very beginning of the Amver program. The original Amver bulletin included a list and call sign of the new ships enrolled in the program. We are pleased to continue that tradition here on our blog. If you haven't joined yet, please consider becoming a part of Amver and ensuring no call for help goes unanswered.

• BRITISH RESTRAINT
• HAPPY AVOCET
• BENJAMIN CONFIDENCE
• TIHAMA
• GEMINI OCEAN
• ORIENTAL JADE
• HERUN GLOBAL
• NAVIGATOR PROMINENCE
• SEA HAWK
• MARITIME SINCHAI
• IONIC PLEIONE
• LABOBAR
• CTG ARGON
• BERGE BEN NEVIS

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Welcome Wednesday!

Fourteen more ships enrolled in Amver this week. If you're undecided or unsure if you should join consider this. Joining Amver and reporting your ship position to the United States Coast Guard helps us better coordinate search and rescue efforts. If you aren't enrolled, there's a chance you may be missed as a resource for rescue or you may be diverted unnecessarily. Enroll today and continue the tradition of ensuring no call for help goes unanswered.

• OOCL MALAYSIA
• LAUSANNE
• MARAN GAS OLYMPIAS
• CS TINA
• STENA IMPECCABLE
• NEW WEALTH
• BRITISH STRATUS
• STI SELATAR
• ANYA
• BRIGITTE
• NAVIG8 EXPENITE
• BRITISH CENTURY
• MARAN HERMIONE
• POESTELLA

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Welcome Wednesday!

Amver has been busy this year saving lives! Thank you for helping save lives around the world. Without your dedication to safety at sea, more then 20 lives may have been lost. Thank you for your continued interest by enrolling ships in Amver. Here are the latest members of the Amver safety network.

• YM WIDTH
• JAG AMAR
• MINERVA CORALIA
• TR LADY
• KEY WEST

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Amver participating tug rescues 11 migrants

The Genesis Patriot, seen with its previous name, Patriot Service

The Amver participating tug Genesis Patriot rescued 11 Cuban migrants from a rustic sailing vessel taking on water approximately 155 miles west northwest of Dry Tortuga, Fla. on Sunday, February 12, 2017.

U.S. Coast Guard rescue authorities in Miami received a notification from the tug and barge that it had located a rustic sailing vessel with ten or 11 people aboard. The sailing vessel was in danger of sinking. Coast Guard officials diverted a cutter and requested the 121-foot tug to remain on scene and assist where necessary.

To avoid any risk to the migrants, the crew of the Genesis Patriot rescued the 11 survivors and coordinated a rendezvous with the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Munro. The eight male and three female migrants were uninjured in the rescue operation.

The Genesis Patriot safely transferred the survivors to the Munro and continued on its voyage.

The Genesis Patriot, managed by Genesis Marine LLC, enrolled in Amver on April 1, 2011 and has earned three Amver participation awards.

Photo credit: Fotolia

Welcome Wednesday!

It doesn't matter where you are in the world, there is likely an Amver ship within a few hours of you. Even in the far reaches of the Arctic, the Indian Ocean or the Cook Islands. If you're in trouble, a commercial ship is probably close enough to provide help. If you're already enrolled in Amver you help provide the safety blanket around the world. If you haven't enrolled we may not be able to see you at sea and ask you to help. Consider joining Amver today. In the meantime, help us welcome the latest Amver participants.

• FAIRCHEM TRIUMPH
• BW KALLANG
• SHINZAN MARU
• CALLAO EXPRESS
• HERUN CHINA
• OTAGO BAY
• LEICESTER
• PSU FIRST
• LILY OLDENDORFF
• RED SAKURA
• GH RICH WALL

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Amver participating cruise ship saves 6 near Tonga

The Amver participating cruise ship Albatros rescued six fishermen from their sinking boat approximately 400 kilometers west south west of Tonga on Saturday, February 4, 2017.

Rescue authorities in New Zealand received an Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon alert and requested Amver surface picture information from the United States Coast Guard in addition to launching a New Zealand search aircraft to the distress location.

According to a press release from Maritime New Zealand, the search aircraft located the crew and dropped emergency equipment and a radio. The Bahamian flagged cruise ship arrived on scene and the fishermen jumped into the water to swim to them. The Albatros crew helped the fishermen aboard and provided food, water and ensured they were uninjured. The survivors remained on the 672-foot Albatros until it arrived in Auckland, Australia.

The Albatros, managed by V Ships Leisure, enrolled in Amver on January 1, 1974 and has earned more than 16 Amver participation awards.

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Welcome Wednesday!

What a week! Another 31 ships have joined Amver. Why do they join? To assist in search and rescue around the world. In all oceans and seas. Is Amver effective? You sure as heck right it is. Just take a look at this case involving a disabled catamaran or this case involving a sinking sailboat. Lives saved because YOU join Amver. Thank you! Now help us welcome the latest participants.

• SEA AMBER
• CMA CGM COLUMBIA
• NORDMOSEL
• PACIFIC GAS
• IKALUK
• SEGORO MAS
• EI CALAFATE II
• SVITZER BUSSE
• KANAL MAS
• STI BRIXTON
• STI BATTERSEA
• TRADE UNITY
• TRADE PROSPERITY
• MAERSK INDUS
• MAUTICAL ELISABETH
• NAUTICAL MARIE
• STI TOTHERHITHE
• GH BLACK CAVIAR
• NAUTICAL ALICE
• CRAMOND ISLAND
• ISABELA ISLAND
• ALEXANDROS P.
• NORDAMELIA
• AQUITANE
• DONG-A MAIA
• ALPHA ETHOS
• GENER8 HECTOR
• GAS LEO
• LEMESSOS NAPA
• AMJAD
• TENWA MARU

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Amver bulker rescues 4 from sinking sailboat in the Atlantic

The Amver participating bulk carrier Noni rescued 4 people from a disabled sailboat approximately 500 miles off the coast of Brazil on Sunday, January 22, 2017.

The crew of the Noni overheard a mayday radio broadcast and notified rescue personnel in Brazil and the Amver center.  According to the report from the Noni, a sailboat radioed their engine failed and the vessel was flooding. The crew of the Noni was only two miles away and altered course to render assistance to the disabled sailboat.

Two hours after receiving the distress call the crew of the Marshall Island flagged ship was safely alongside the sail boat and hoisting the four survivors aboard the ship.

The survivors were uninjured and had been on a voyage from Dakar, Senegal to Brazil when they reported an engine failure and water coming into the boat. The survivors will be disembarked at the Noni's next port of call in Uruguay.

The Noni, managed by AM Nomikos Transwolrd Maritime Agencies of Greece, enrolled in Amver on July 2, 2015 and has earned one Amver participation award.

Photo credit: The crew of the M/V Noni

Amver participating car carrier makes first rescue of 2017

The Amver participating auto carrier Hercules Leader rescued six people from a disabled catamaran 275 miles southwest of Bermuda on Thursday, January 19, 2017.

The 75-foot catamaran, Ninah, was sailing from Stewart, Fla. to Bermuda when they were struck by a rogue wave and activated an Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon after the vessel began taking on water. "We intend to stay with the boat as long as we can," a crew member of the Ninah reported to rescue authorities in Bermuda, "but we are prepared to abandon ship."

U.S. Coast Guard rescue personnel launched a search aircraft and queried the Amver system. The 652-foot car carrier Hercules Leader was located near the Ninah and agreed to divert and assist with the rescue.

Approximately two and a half hours after being notified of the emergency, the Hercules Leader arrived on scene and started rescue operations. Despite 30 knot winds and 14-foot seas, the crew of the Japanese flagged ship was able to safely embark the six crew off the catamaran. The survivors were uninjured and were taken to Bermuda where they were transferred to shore.

The Hercules Leader, managed by NYK Line of Japan, enrolled in Amver on March 8, 2011 and has earned four Amver participation awards.

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Welcome Wednesday!

It's been a good week! 20 more ships enrolled in Amver. We're proud to see our numbers continue to increase and we're thankful you, the seafarer, recognize the value you bring to search and rescue. Just this week ten people were rescued in two separate incidents hundreds of miles at sea. These are survivors who would have likely died, but they survived because of you.

• EVEREST
• GOLDEN BARNET
• GOLDEN BEXLEY
• GENER8 NEPTUNE
• SBI ACHILLES
• VIVRE-G
• GLEN
• SHERGAR
• SAINTY VELOCITY
• SUNRISE-G
• INDRA OLDENDORFF
• SBI BEHIKE
• SBI MONTERREY
• SHERGAR
• SUMATRA
• HAKATA QUEEN
• GENER8 APOLLO
• ER MADEN
• AFRICAN WEAVER
• IONIC UNITED

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Welcome Wednesday!

Who joined Amver this week? Take a look. We're thankful crews and companies continue to recognize the value of Amver and the importance of a global search and rescue system. You can join the ranks of those helping ensure no call for help goes unanswered by enrolling in Amver today.

• SBI SWING
• GH CITATION
• SBI MAZURKA
• IRIS BLISS
• ATLANTIC STAR
• CESI QINGDAO
• NEWPORT NEWS
• SBI PHOENIX
• BW MINDORA
• BERGE GROSSGLOCKNER
• KN AMETHYST
• MALIBU
• MSC ANNAMARIA
• SHANDONG FU EN
• GH URBAN SEA
• DELPHIS FINLAND
• CRIMSON GRACE

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Welcome Wednesday!

Our first post of 2017 is one of our favorites. We're happy to report the first ships enrolled in Amver in 2017. These vessels and crews follow a long line of mariners taking an additional step to ensuring no call for help goes unanswered. With more than 7,000 ships available to assist a mariner in distress at almost any point in the world demonstrates how seriously you take safety. Thank you for continuing to support Amver and starting 2017 off with a bang.

• JAL VAHINI
• NAVIG8 GUIDE
• CMA CGM NIAGRA
• NAVIG8 PRIDE
• PINDOS
• RS TARA
• ULTRA TATIO
• SBI SAMSON
• SBI PARAPARA
• MARAN APHRODITE
• BRITISH NIMBUS
• SAN FRANCISCO
• ELLINGTON

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Welcome Wednesday!

Happy New Year! Here are the first ships to enroll in Amver in 2017. We're thrilled to be entering our 59th year of service. We look forward to having more ships join us and ensure no call for help goes unanswered.

• JAL VAHINI
• NAVIG8 GUIDE
• CMA CGM NIAGARA
• NAVIG8 PRIDE
• PINDOS
• RS TARA
• ULTRA TATIO

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