Nilos
On October 28, the 225 meter long bulk carrier Nilos ran aground on the Amazon River between Obidos and Santarem. The Nilos was headed downstream from Itacotiara bound for Macapa when it went aground. No further details reported.
Haidar
The 120 meter long, 6,449 dwt livestock carrier Haidar capsized while berthed at Barcarena, Para, Brazil. The Haidar was loaded with some 5,000 cattle and was preparing to depart for Venezuela when it lost stability when it suffered water ingress. The livestock carrier capsized and eventually sank onto its port side. No reports of injuries, but thousands of cattle were trapped on board and perished. A small number of cattle were fortunately enough to escape and were able to rush onto the side of the vessel. The local port authority has launched an investigation into the incident.
CV24 – LMAX Exchange
The 18 meter long Clipper 60 class sailing vessel CV24 – LMAX Exchange ran aground near Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The racing yacht struck a sandy outcrop. The yacht suffered minor damage limited to the vessel’s starboard rudder. No reports of injuries or pollution released. Reports state the yacht was secured by anchor until equipment could be brought on scene to refloat her.