Singapore Arrests Bulk Carrier Patriot

The 52,454 dwt bulk carrier Patriot has been detained in Singapore waters, Supreme Court of Singapore’s data shows.

The 2004-built ship, which is operated by Greek shipowner Edem Marine, was arrested in the morning hours of August 10, 2017.

Focal Investigation & Security Agency has been appointed for security and investigation purposes related to the arrest of the bulk carrier, built at Japan’s Tadotsu Tsuneishi yard.

Supreme Court of Singapore did not disclose the reasons for the ship’s detention.

World Maritime News Staff