On 13 January 2023, the Bulk Carrier "MV ADASTRA (GT 25,554 - DWT 46,493), laden with Agribulk, experienced main engine problems and was drifting off Yemen. The vessel was en route from Riga, Latvia, to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
On 14 January, Tsavliris despatched the AHTS "HERCULES" (BHP 5,150 - BP 67) from her salvage station at Berbera, Somalia, arriving at the casualty's position on 16 January when towage to Oman commenced.
On 25 January the convoy arrived safely at Duqm anchorage, Oman, and the vessel was berthed safely with the assistance of port tugs. On the same day the operation was successfully completed.