Collision off Karang Jamuang Island
On September 18, the 89 meter long, 2845 dwt cargo vessel Tirta Samudra XXXV (IMO: 9738296) collided with the 6339 gt cargo vessel KM Benua 999 (IMO: 8597712) in the Java Sea off Karang Jamuang Island, Indonesia. The Tirta Samudra XXXV was struck along its port side by the KM Benua 999 resulting in heavy damage to the port side bridge and stern of the Tirta Samudra XXXV. The KM Benua 999 sustained a 3 meter long gash along its hull above the waterline. No reports of injuries.
Both vessels proceeded to an anchorage off Karang Jamuan. Authorities dispatched a patrol boat to the scene to conduct an investigation and inspection of the vessels. No reports of pollution released.