On August 31, the 81 meter long, 2600 dwt fishing vessel Tokatu (IMO: 9816153) became disabled in a storm on the Tasman Sea off Burnie, Tasmania. The Tokatu had suffered breakdown in the engine control resulting in the loss of maneuverability. The vessel requested assistance with two tugs from Burnie responding. The two tugs arrived on scene a few hours later and was able to get a towline over to the Tokatu. No reports of injuries to the 45 people on the vessel, damage or pollution released.
On September 4, the 12 meter long tugboat Oshio (MMSI: 563019020) sank off the south eastern coast of Singapore near Tanah Merah. The Oshio had been in the eastern anchorage when it sank with 2 crew members on board. Singapore authorities dispatched vessels to the scene. A Police Coast Guard vessel rescued one crew member who was later taken to hospital, but subsequently perished. The other crew member was still reported as missing.
Authorities have requested all vessels to stay clear of the area while salvage divers to confirm the location of the Oshio. No reports of pollution spotted in the area. The cause of the sinking has not yet been determined.
On September 2, four vessels were driven aground by tropical storm Enteng in Manila Bay near Navotas City, Philippines.
Patriot III
The 50 meter long, 793 dwt bunkering tanker Patriot III (IMO: 8946183) went ashore near Barangay Bagumbayan North. Reports state the owners plan to pull the vessel free with a tugboat when conditions improve.
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ASC Regine
The barge ASC Regine went ashore near Barangay Bagumbayan North. The barge struck a breakwater resulting in damage to the vessel and breakwater. The barge will be pulled free by the tug Cleofe when weather conditions improve.
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EBC Maricel VI
The tanker EBC Maricel VI ran aground off Barangay San Roque, Navotas City.
TM 1900
The 53 meter long, 867 gt deck barge TM 1900 went ashore near Rosario. Owned by a Malayan salvage company, the barge will be refloated when conditions improve.
Other reported incidents caused by tropical storm Enteng.
Tamban
The barge Tamban broke free and went adrift. Reports state a tug was able to attach a towline and towed the vessel to an anchorage
