Capsize - Shipwreck Log

Pasha Sinks After Cargo Shift

September 12, 2013 Paul Hancock

The 59 meter long, 1150 dwt freighter Pasha capsized and sank in the Marmara Sea near Narlı Köyü, Turkey. The Pasha was headed to Casablanca from Istanbul with a cargo of plywood and containers when it suffered a heavy list after the cargo shifted in heavy seas. The crew alerted authorities at the Dardanelles Vessel Traffic Center that the Pasha had a heavy list about 50 degrees to starboard. Authorities dispatched a lifeboat and tug to the scene and took the nine crew off the Pasha and towed the vessel to a quay off Narlı Köyü. The Pasha capsized and sank a few hours later with the deck containers sliding off the deck. Authorities placed oil booms around the Pasha to contain any pollution released.

Nine rescued from capsized ship in Marmara Sea (worldbulletin.net)

Andrew J.

August 26, 2013 Paul Hancock

The 42 foot long tugboat Andrew J. capsized and sank while locking through the west lane of the Welland Canal. The Andrew J. along with the tug Kimberly Anne had entered the lock with a barge. As the locked filled with water, the Andrew J. lost stability, capsized and sank in the lock. The captain of the tug, the single occupant of the tug, was able to escape. No reports of injuries. Some diesel fuel was released into the water. A large crane was brought in to assist with salvaging the tug. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

Trans Summer

August 13, 2013 Paul Hancock

The 190 meter long, 56824 dwt bulk freighter Trans Summer sank off Hong Kong. The Trans Summer was at anchor with its cargo of nickle ore at an anchorage 45 miles southwest when it became overwhelmed by 15 meter waves and 90 kph winds caused by Typhoon Utor. The bulk freighter had suffered some water ingress in the hold causing the cargo to shift and the vessel capsized and sank.

The 21 crew were able to send out a distress call before abandoning ship. Some of the crew were able to reach the life rafts while others jump into the water as the vessel listed from 30 degrees onto its side. Authorities dispatched two helicopters to the scene which were able to save all 21 men. The Trans Summer was headed to China from Indonesia before it sank. No further details reported.

Cargo ship sinks as Typhoon Utor lashes Hong Kong (abc.net.au)
Hong Kong: Typhoon Utor sinks cargo ship ‘Trans Summer’, 21 crew rescued amid 15m waves – 140813 1730z (goatysnews.wordpress.com)

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