VINAFCO 26 Rescues Three People Adrift at Sea in a Timely Emergency Response

According to Captain Nguyen Duy Hung, Master of VINAFCO 26 (Call Sign: 3WMC9, IMO No. 9138367), the vessel was sailing from Da Nang to Hai Phong and approaching the pilot boarding area when the incident occurred. At approximately 17:45 on June 15, 2026, the crew spotted three individuals drifting at sea at coordinates 20°34'99"N, 109°54'15"E, approximately six nautical miles from the pilot boarding station.

At sea, individuals stranded in open waters face severe risks including exhaustion, disorientation, and potential loss of life. Recognizing the urgency of the situation, Captain Nguyen Duy Hung and the crew of VINAFCO 26 immediately assessed the circumstances, maneuvered the vessel toward the distressed individuals, and initiated rescue operations with the highest priority placed on human life and safety.

Thanks to comprehensive training in maritime emergency response procedures, survivor assistance techniques, first aid, and the operation of lifesaving equipment, the crew handled the situation calmly, professionally, and effectively. Supported by the vessel’s modern safety and rescue equipment, the operation was carried out promptly while ensuring the safety of both the survivors and the rescue team.

By 18:30 on the same day, all three individuals had been safely brought aboard the vessel. The rescued persons were crew members of the fishing vessel HP00133TS, including: Mr. Nguyen Van Duc (born 1985), Captain; Mr. Phung Van Khen (born 1956); Ms. Nguyen Thi Lien (born 1978). All three are residents of Tien Hai Commune, Hai Phong City, Vietnam.

Following the rescue, VINAFCO 26 conducted welfare checks, collected relevant information from the survivors, and confirmed that no additional individuals remained in the water. The vessel then resumed its scheduled voyage toward the pilot boarding area.

The incident highlights the spirit of solidarity, compassion, and social responsibility demonstrated by VINAFCO seafarers in challenging and emergency situations at sea. When lives were at risk, the prompt, decisive, and humanitarian actions of the VINAFCO 26 crew reflected the company’s commitment to supporting those in need and its willingness to act without hesitation in the face of danger.

Immediately following the incident, VINAFCO’s leadership formally recognized the efforts of Captain Nguyen Duy Hung and the entire crew of VINAFCO 26, extending their appreciation and encouragement. This timely acknowledgment not only serves as meaningful support for the crew but also reflects VINAFCO’s people-centered culture, strong sense of responsibility, and commitment to standing alongside its employees throughout every voyage.

The successful rescue carried out by VINAFCO 26 is a commendable act worthy of recognition and wider appreciation. It also serves as a testament to VINAFCO’s commitment to operational safety, comprehensive crew training, and continuous investment in personnel, skills, and maritime equipment. Above all, the incident reaffirms a core principle that guides every VINAFCO operation: Human safety always comes first.