On April 10, the 124 meter long, 7623 dwt tanker Aziz Torlak ran aground off Dakhla, Western Sahara. The Aziz Torlak was headed for Dakhla from Cartagena fully laden when it struck bottom at the entrance to the port. Authorities were alerted and found the tanker aground, but no hull damage or pollution released. Reports state tugs will attempt to refloat the tanker on the rising tide.
The 87 meter long, 3233 gt barge Terang 302 broke in two while being loaded with cargo at Air Kantung Sungailiat – Bangka, Indonesia. The barge was being loaded with quartz sand when the vessel buckled amidships. Reports state the Terang 302 had about 80 percent of the cargo loaded with it suffered hull failure. No reports of injuries. Reports state authorities have been alerted, but no specific action has been taken with the barge. No details provided if the barge will be salvaged or towed to deeper water and sunk.
On April 6, the 150 meter long, 14357 dwt container ship Barrier ran aground of Beira, Mozambique. The Barrier had been at anchor off Beira when it struck bottom while leaving the anchorage. The boxship sustained damage and became disabled. A tug was dispatched and took the Barrier under tow to Durban for repairs. No reports of injuries or pollution released.