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.
The 67 meter long, 3100 dwt supply vessel Skandi Stolmen caught fire off Macae, Brazil. The Skandi Stolmen was en route to nearby oil rigs when a fire broke out in the vessel’s engine room. The fire was brought under control and eventually extinguished. The 16 crew on board were later rescued by nearby vessels. No reports of injuries. Damage to the vessel was not reported. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
The 190 meter long, 56,899 dwt bulk carrier Sofia ran aground in Paranagua Bay off Paranagua, Brazil. The Sofia was departing from Paranagua en route to Santos when the bulk carrier suffered a mechanical failure and drifted aground. The vessel was refloated a few hours later and proceeded to an anchorage off Paranagua. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.