The ro-ro ferry Super Shuttle Ferry 22 ran aground shortly after leaving the pier of the village of Barangay, Roxas, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines. The ferry’s engine broke down and drifted onto shallow water by strong winds. All 141 passengers were transferred to another vessel who were bound for Caticlan. Reports state there was some difficulty unloading heavy vehicles onboard to allow the 900 ton ferry to be pulled free.
The Cambodia general cargo vessel Sheng Jai 16 foundered in the Taiwan Strait. The 4500 ton Sheng Jai 16 was carrying 3000 tons of flourite when it was overwhelmed by the typhoon Megi. Reports confirmed 8 crew members rescued of the 13 onboard.
The Panama registered cement carrier Xin Yi became disabled off the coast of Hsinchu, Taiwan, on route from China to Brunei. Reports have 18 members of the crew rescued by a nearby cruise ship, 1 body found and 3 crewmen missing.
The Panama registered freighter Dili Star sank off the coast near Kaohsiung in the Taiwan Strait. The 12 crewmen abandoned the ship by lifeboat and were later picked up by an Air Force helicopter. No serious injuries were reported.
