Disney Treasure Crew Rescues Stranded Sailors in the Atlantic: Incident on 10 November 2024

On 10 November 2024, the crew of Disney Cruise Line's Disney Treasure rescued four stranded sailors in the Atlantic Ocean southwest of Bermuda. The sailors were aboard the catamaran Serenity, which had begun taking on water and issued a distress call to the U.S. Coast Guard. Disney Treasure, being the closest vessel in the area, immediately altered course and successfully brought all four sailors safely onboard.

The rescue occurred during Disney Treasure's maiden transatlantic voyage from Papenburg, Germany, to its homeport in Port Canaveral, Florida. The ship had made a bunkering call in Funchal, Madeira, and continued its passage with the rescued sailors onboard.

Upon receiving notification that the catamaran Serenity was taking on water, Disney Treasure responded immediately and altered its course to assist. The crew swiftly launched a rescue boat and successfully retrieved all four sailors from their sinking vessel. The operation was completed safely, with all rescued persons brought onboard the cruise ship.

Fatalities

• None reported.

Injuries

• None reported.

Rescued

• Four sailors from the catamaran Serenity safely brought onboard Disney Treasure.

The U.S. Coast Guard received the distress call from the catamaran Serenity. Disney Treasure, being the closest vessel in the vicinity, responded immediately and took the lead in the rescue operation. The crew's swift action and professionalism ensured the successful recovery of all four sailors.

Disney Treasure continued its voyage to Port Canaveral with the four rescued sailors onboard. The ship was expected to arrive at its homeport on 12 November 2024. Captain Marco Nogara commended the crew's professionalism and training, which ensured a swift and successful rescue operation.