The Centro de Maquinistas Navales (Naval Engineers Center) in Argentina has responded to concerns raised by the Cámara de Industrias Pesqueras (Chamber of Fisheries Industries) regarding inactive vessels. The engineers dispute the claim that a lack of personnel is the sole reason for the ships remaining docked. They have voiced concerns about “buques tumberos”—vessels in poor condition—potentially contributing to the issue, suggesting maintenance and vessel state are also factors. The naval engineers are actively challenging the industry's assessment of the situation and its attributed causes. This response indicates a potential dispute between the engineering workforce and the fisheries industry regarding the reasons behind the vessel inactivity. The Centro de Maquinistas Navales is pushing for a more comprehensive examination of the problem, beyond simply blaming staffing shortages. Further discussion is expected to clarify the causes and potential solutions for the stalled shipping activity.