On August 27, the 109 meter long reefer Green Egersund allided a floating dock at the shipyard in Gydnia, Poland. The hull was breached including one of the fuel tanks. Reports state heavy fuel oil spilled into the harbour. No injuries reported.
Guamblin
On August 4, the 2649 dwt fishing vessel Guamblin sank in the Bay of Coquimbo off Coquimbo, Chile. The Guamblin had been anchored in the bay since 2014 in unseaworthy condition when oil sheen was spotted around the vessel. Authorities deployed booms to contain the pollution. An inspection found the Guamblin suffering water ingress and in danger of sinking. Authorities determined the best action was to tow the derlict trawler out to sea, but the Guamblin capsized and sank while under tow. No reports of injuries.
Great Amity
The 190 meter long, 56,050 dwt bulk carrier Great Amity ran aground on the Parana River off Ramallo, Buenos Aires, Argentina. The Great Amity was heading down river from San Lorenzo loaded with cargo bound for Brazil when it became stuck on a mud bank. Several tugs were dispatched to the scene to assist refloating the bulker. Later the same day, the Great Amity was refloated and proceeded to Rosario. Authorities inspected the vessel and allowed to continue on its voyage. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.