Stat. update

I have been reading the updates on Alphaliner newsletter on Hanjin Shipping's financial troubles. Hopefully they came to an understanding with their creditors and will continue to function normally.

Stat. Update

Just passed abeam of Rodriguez islands. Its been a rough ride the last few days, owing to the strong winds. It is expected to continue till sept 3rd.

Great Fish Point

Yesterday the vessel I'm on passed a prominent navigation point along the South African coast known as the Great Fish Point. This point serves as a starting point for most voyages across the Indian ocean to Malacca, Indonesia, Mauritius and other far east Asian countries.
During the last couple of days, I have been seeing a number of coastal landmarks along the South African coast. This is because of the route that we chose to take to avoid strong currents setting south, known internationally as "the Agulhas currents". The choice of the route was done by the Captain, a senior seafarer with 40 years of experience. This helped for two reasons. The going on this route could get dangerous anytime due to onshore sets, which requires guidance from a person aware of local conditions. Second, the stories.
Photos soon on Instagram.

Stat. Update

Passing around Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa.

First Wedding Anniversary

Thanks to everyone who wished me on my first wedding anniversary. Its been a great year for me, things are falling in place. I wish I could have stayed longer at home, however this is the nature of my job. My wife has been supportive during my time away from home. She has been keeping me engaged in all her daily activities, through constant and useful communication. This has provided me with welcome distractions, even kept me laughing, feeling anxious, excited and experience a whole variety of other emotions.
Another thing I wish to share with you is that my sister(cousin) got married today. This has made the day even more special. Again, I wish I could be there.
Dear Padma, best wishes to you on this happy occasion.

Stat. Update

Vessel has left Walvis Bay and we are now headed for Tanjung Pelepas. Its a 20 day voyage which will give enough time to relax after a hectic schedule in West Africa.

Stat. Update

Will be reaching Apapa, Nigeria in a couple of days.

Stat. Update

I recently got interested in solving minesweeper games on the computer. This is a game of skill, but luck is important also. I have been able to complete expert level games now. Just now, I have completed the 10th of the expert level games.