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Sana

Sana

Sana

On the afternoon of September 24, the 68 meter long bulk carrier Sana (IMO: 9072642) partially sank in the Persian Gulf 2 miles south of Kish Island, Iran. The Sana loaded with 2,500 tons of white cement was on a voyage from Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates to Shuaiba, Kuwait when it suffered uncontrolled water ingress. The crew alerted authorities the vessel had developed a sharp list and was sinking.

Reports state Iranian authorities were able to rescue all 9 crew safely.  No reports of injuries. The cause of the water ingress was not disclosed. Iranian authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. There was some concern the Sana could impact the local environment if pollution is released.

Shandong Xin Ze

Shandong Xin Ze

Shandong Xin Ze
Photo: dataportuaria.ar

On the evening of September 14, the 229 meter long, 82165 dwt bulk carrier Shandong Xin Ze (IMO: 1026570) ran aground in the South Atlantic Ocean off  the coast of São Paulo, Brazil. The Shandong Xin Ze had suffered a power blackout while entering the port of Santos with its cargo of fertilizers. Unable to restore power, the bulk carrier drifted out of the channel and ran aground.  Traffic was temporarily halted for several hours while 2 tugs assisted Shandong Xin Ze to anchor outside the channel to avoid running into shallow waters. There were no reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. Port authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

CMA CGM Mermaid

CMA CGM Mermaid

CMA CGM Mermaid
Photo: postimees.ee

On the morning of September 8, the 204 meter long, 31114 dwt container ship CMA CGM Mermaid (IMO: 9961283) ran aground in the Gulf of Finland at the port of Muuga, Estonia. The CMA CGM Mermaid had completed a voyage from Kotka to Muuga when it approached the berth at the container terminal. For undisclosed reasons, the container ship’s bow struck head on into quay. There were no reports of injuries, but the quay and the berth the 182 meter long, 30695 dwt bulk carrier Belasitza (IMO: 9498262) were damaged.  The CMA CGM Mermaid was later listed as have run aground at the same location.  No further details reported.