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Day: July 17, 2015

Alam Manis

Alam Manis

Alam Manis
Photo: mb.com.ph

The 190 meter long, 55,652 dwt bulk carrier Alam Manis ran aground off Santa Lucia near Candon City, Luzon, Philippines.  The Alam Manis was en route with 53,795 tonnes of nickel ore to Surigao when it was struck by several large waves and suffered a cargo shift in its cargo holds No. 1 and 2.   Suffering a 14 degree list to starboard, the Alam Manis headed to the nearest port of refuge. A tugboat was requested and arrived on scene.  The tug was escorting the Alam Manis to San Fernando when the list increased.  The 21 crew on the Alam Manis were evacuated and safely transfered to the tug. The chief mate of the Alam Manis suffered a heart attack. and perished.  The Alam Manis was blown ashore and grounded some 300 yards off shore. No reports of pollution released. Reports state the bulker cargo will be stabilized and lightered before it will be refloated and towed to a shipyard.

Chaves

Chaves

Chaves
Photo: bild.de

The 90 meter long cargo vessel Chaves suffered damage while berthed at Hamburg, Germany. The Chaves suffered water ingress near the bow and developed a starboard list.  A witness notified authorities the vessel was in danger as the crew on board were asleep at the time. The vessel was secured  with additional mooring lines until it could be taken to a shipyard for repairs. Reports state the vessel was able to depart the following day for Antwerp. No reports of injuries or pollution released.