Emergency Tug Responds to Troubled Ceyo in English Channel
The ‘Ceyo’ ship has encountered further complications shortly after leaving Amsterdam’s port. An emergency tug equipped with firefighting gear was dispatched from France on the night of February 13 to assist the troubled vessel in the English Channel. The ‘Ceyo’ had been moored in Amsterdam for an extended period due to technical issues but was finally permitted to set sail on January 23. Despite the pilot’s warnings regarding the ship’s safety, the departure proceeded.
The ship was not only plagued by numerous technical defects but also faced allegations of dubious activities involving countries like North Korea. Additionally, crew members reported that they were underpaid. After a thorough fifth re-inspection by the Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate (ILT), the ‘Ceyo’ was cleared to depart for Istanbul. However, significant concerns arose when the entire crew was replaced just before leaving port. A Dutch pilot supervising the departure expressed his apprehensions, noting the crew’s lack of knowledge about the vessel’s condition and their limited nautical skills, such as unfamiliarity with radar operations.
As the ‘Ceyo’ continued its journey, it strayed too close to the coast, prompting the local port authority to intervene. The ship is now under escort from the emergency tug ‘VB Abeille Bretagne’ and the Norwegian offshore vessel ‘Olympic Delta,’ which is capable of accommodating helicopters for emergencies. As of February 17, the ‘Ceyo’ remained anchored near St. Hernot.
Ceyo’s History of Detention and Crew Struggles
The ‘Ceyo’ has a troubled past, having been detained for a total of 50 days in Amsterdam. The Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate (IHVT) detained the ship on November 13, 2025, due to numerous deficiencies detected after its arrival to pick up a cargo of rubber granulate from Saint-Malo. Following the inspection, the ship was found to have 34 significant issues relating to its technical condition, safety, and documentation. Attempts to rectify these deficiencies during subsequent re-inspections were unsuccessful, leading to the ship’s prolonged detention.
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