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Hoegh Seoul aground

March 4, 2011 | Grounding

The 16,006 dwt car carrier vesel Hoegh Seoul went aground in the outer Weser River nearBremerhaven, Germany. The Hoegh Seoul was leaving Bremerhaven bound for Antwerp when its steering gear failed sending the vessel out of the busy shipping channel into the shallows. While there was thick fog and poor visibility, it did not play a factor for the vessel?s grounding. Initial inspections show the rudder was damaged which could have led to the steering failure. The Hoegh Seoul was later refloated by four tugs and was taken back to Bremerhaven for further investigation.

Hangro Ferry 2 Sinks

December 27, 2010 | Capsize, Sank

The 495 grt ferry Hangro Ferry 2 sank near Manjae Island, South Korea. The vessel was in heavy seas when the cargo of vehicles broke free form the chains holding them secure. This resulted in the vessel listing and eventually capsizing. The master of the Hangro Ferry 2 contacted the Coast Guard for assistance. The Coast Guard was able to respond quickly and rescued all 15 crew and passengers. Reports state no injuries, but some passengers had mild cases of hypothermia.

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Hai Dong 27 Aground

December 13, 2010 | Grounding

The 3071 dwt freighter Hai Dong 27 went aground on a coral reef in the Sulu Sea near Pulau Jambongan, Malaysia. The vessel had a cargo of rice onboard from Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam to Tawau. The vessel was freed and is proceeding to Sandakan for repairs due to damage it’s propeller. Reports state the cause of the accident was due to a light buoy failure. None of the 16 crew onboard were injuried.

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