The Wendland sends a Ship!
CompassCollective activists support the rescue of refugees in the Mediterranean. Our sailing boat TROTAMAR III is used for three-week observation deployments, during which we document human rights violations, keep an eye out for maritime emergencies and assist in rescue missions by larger (rescue) ships. In an emergency, we rescue.
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Disembarkation in Lampedusa
This morning, all 18 people were able to disembark in Lampedusa! After taking a big step onto the high ferry pier, they finally have European soil beneath their feet. Their search for a life of safety is probably not over yet, but they have covered a significant portion of the journey. We wish them all
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18 people rescued
Tonight, on Tuesday evening, the crew of the Trotamar III spotted a boat in distress: 18 people on a rubber boat in the Tunisian-Maltese search and rescue zone. Without life jackets, the men were sitting tightly together on a boat, that had already lost air on one side. Our crew swiftly supported them and distributed
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Sailing
As we keep a lookout, we currently have favorable winds for setting our sails! With rising fuel prices, sailing is obviously a good option, but it’s also a complex craft and can be physically demanding. To ensure we’re fully prepared, we need to assess how much energy the crew should devote to sailing. On this
Support & Network
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