Shipwreck Log - Page 651

Ocean Dream

February 27, 2016 Paul Hancock

The 163 meter long, 2352 dwt passenger Ocean Dream capsized and sank off Laem Chanang, Sri Racha, Thailand. The Ocean Dream was at anchor when fishermen spotted the passenger ship listing to port. The Ocean Dream had been at anchor for over a year without crew or maintenance and was considered to be abandoned. Authorities attempted to coordinate efforts with the owners to stabilize the Ocean Breeze, but the vessel capsized and sank before the plan could be implemented. The passenger ship now rests on its port side partially sunk. No reports of injuries. Authorities have dispatched a response team to determine if any pollution has been released. Later reports state some oil pollution was spotted near the wreck. Local authorities have stated they will consider wreck removal by a salvage company after further investigation.

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New Katerina

February 26, 2016 Paul Hancock

The 289 meter long, 170,082 dwt bulk carrier New Katerina ran aground in the Suez Canal, Egypt. The New Katerina was proceeding to Qingdao, China from Ukraine with a cargo of iron ore when it struck a canal embankment. The bulk carrier suffered hull damage with a 12 meter long breach in the bow. The vessel suffered uncontrolled water ingress in the fore compartments causing the vessel to settle by the bow. No reports of injuries, but some oil pollution was released. Authorities placed a boom around the New Katerina to contain any further pollution released. Reports state the repairs were underway and some lightering may be required before the New Katerina can be refloated.

Yun Hai

February 25, 2016 Paul Hancock

The 116 meter long ro-ro passenger ship Yun Hai ran aground in the Taiwan Strait off Penghu Island, Taiwan. The Yun Hai was en route to Indonesia from Fuzhou when it lost power and drifted onto an offshore reef. The Taiwanese Coast Guard dispatched a helicopter to the scene and airlifted all 11 crew to safety. The vessel had no passengers on board. No reports of injuries. Reports state the vessel only has 145 tons of fuel on board at the time as it had been recently sold to new owners in Indonesia.