Maltese Government Confirms Vessel Conscience Can Sail After Minor Repairs At Sea
A Maltese maritime surveyor has boarded and inspected the vessel Conscience outside of Malta’s territorial waters, confirming that the ship is seaworthy after minor repairs, according to a statement issued by the government.
The inspection was carried out following a commitment made by Prime Minister Robert Abela and with the approval of the vessel’s captain.
The marine surveyor found that several compartments, including the hull and engine room, were in good or satisfactory condition with no signs of water ingress.
Key systems such as the two main engines, generators, bow thruster and fire extinguishers were all operational.
The report also noted that the vessel is carrying approximately 30 days’ worth of food and drink for its crew, along with 32 tonnes of fuel. A portion of the supplies onboard was designated for humanitarian purposes, as indicated by the ship’s captain.
The Maltese government confirmed that it will carry out the minor repairs directly at sea, at the vessel’s current anchorage outside Malta’s territorial waters. The decision follows the surveyor’s confirmation that the repairs are feasible without needing to bring the vessel into port.
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