Atlantic Loop 1 Service - MV “Gerhard Schulte” voyage 003W - COVID-19 Incident

We regret to inform you that during normal operations of our MV "Gerhard Schulte" voyage 003W deployed in our Atlantic Loop 1 (AL1) service one member of the vessel's crew tested positive for COVID-19.

The mariner is being quarantined and we are hoping for a speedy recovery. All other crew members on the vessel are being isolated, monitored and will be tested as well.

At the moment the vessel is located near Rotterdam. We are currently evaluating any potential impact on vessel, cargo operations and berthing dates for subsequent ports of the rotation and will provide these details as soon as determined.

We regret the inconvenience caused by this incident which remains beyond our control and we are working with the relevant authorities on a timely resolution.

Please be assured that we continue to do our utmost to safeguard health and well-being of our seafarers during the pandemic.
Lastly, please join us in wishing the crew onboard all the best for the days to come and a fast recovery for the crew member affected.

If you would like to find out more about the current situation visit the COVID-19 section on our website.