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Day: March 24, 2013

Chien Chang

Chien Chang

Chien Chang
Photo: focustaiwan.tw

The 1500 ton container vessel Chien Chang collided in dense fog with a 2,000 ton freighter near Kinmen Island, China.  The Chien Chang suffered damage to its bow with a hole above the waterline.  No reports of injuries on either vessel.   The crew of 12 from the freighter had abandoned ship and were picked up by a rescue ship.  Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

 

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