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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Back in Licata
We’re back in the port of Licata. An intense deployment has come to an end. Over the past few weeks, Martino, Nora, Laura, Mo, Loren and skipper Ina have been preparing, training and searching for people in distress at sea. This was our first time operating with the Thetis II, which made the preparation phase…
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Sailing and Searching
Our crew has made its way south to keep looking for boats in distress off the coast of Tunisia. While spending a lot of time on deck with binoculars, the wind was in our favor: The Thetis II was able to sail a large part of the journey without using the engine. On Tuesday, @alarmphone…
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Anchors up – we are operational
Here we go! Our crew has left Lampedusa and is heading towards the central Mediterranean. This means that we are now in the area of operations, keeping watch for boats in distress. Due to the poor weather conditions, some crew members have struggled with seasickness over the past few days. Overall, however, the mood on…
Support & Network
We are part of the Justice Fleet and refuse — together with 11 more NGOs — to cooperate with the so-called Libyan Coast Guard.
We support the decentralized network Abolish Frontex, that stands up against the EU border regime.
Thanks to our supporters!
