Ship Kotor Finally Leaves Savannah After Month-Long Detention Over Repairs and Debts!
Did you know that the ship Kotor, the pride of Montenegrin Shipping, was held captive in the American port of Savannah for almost a whole month? Yes, you read that right – a whole month! And not because of a routine check, but due to repairs and a mountain of debts that the US authorities and cargo owners decided not to overlook.
Repairs and the US Coast Guard – Who’s to Blame?
The ship Kotor was detained because of technical problems. The US Coast Guard, along with Bureau Veritas inspections, did not give the green light until all defects were fixed. This meant the ship could not leave US territorial waters, which spelled serious trouble for Montenegrin Shipping.
Debts Choking Montenegrin Shipping
But wait, there’s more! The cargo owner, Colonial company, charged the ship about a thousand dollars for tugboat services. And debts to the Moran company, which provided the tugboats, have not yet been settled. Because of this, Montenegrin Shipping was pressured to urgently sail to the port of Tyne in the UK, as the charterer company Trithorn Bulk threatened to sue.
Multi-Million Dollar Damage Looming
Montenegrin Shipping’s director, Vladimir Tadić, openly admitted that the company faced potentially multi-million dollar damage due to failure to meet obligations. Imagine – one technical fault and a pile of debts can jeopardize the entire company and its ships. The debts will be paid in several installments, but the question remains how much this will cost the company’s reputation and future.
What Does This Mean for Montenegro and Its Maritime Industry?
This situation casts a shadow over Montenegro’s maritime industry. Ships flying the Montenegrin flag must be in top condition, and repairs and debts causing detentions in foreign ports are not just a financial problem – they are a blow to the country’s image.
Conclusion – Time for Serious Changes
If Montenegrin Shipping wants to survive and compete on the global market, it must solve its financial and technical problems. Otherwise, next time the detention might not be a month, but much longer, and the damage much greater.
So, what do you think about this maritime drama? Is it just a drop in the ocean of problems or a sign that it’s time for radical changes? Drop a comment, share your thoughts, or just crack a sea joke – let’s see who’s the real captain of this story!
