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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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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