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American Spirit

American Spirit

American Spirit
Photo: abc10up.com

The 1004 foot long self-unloading bulk carrier American Spirit ran aground in the Straits of Mackinac between Round Island and Mackinac Island. The American Spirit was en route from Two Harbors, Minnesota to Gary, Indiana with 64,800 tons of iron ore when it was pushed by strong winds out of the navigation channel onto a muddy bank.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.  The bulk carrier Sam Laud unloaded some of the iron ore off the American Spirit and pulled the American Spirit free.  The American Spirit proceeded to an anchorage off St. Ignace for inspection.


Garima Prem

Garima Prem

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On August 18, the 225 meter long, 74456 dwt bulk carrier Garima Prem ran aground  off Lianyungang, China.  The bulk carrier was en route from Port Hedland, Australia to Lanshan with 72555 tons of iron ore when it grounded.  The Garima Prem was refloated on the following high tide and proceeded to a safe anchorage.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

Marine Stars

Marine Stars

photo: superhaber.net
photo: superhaber.net

The 189 meter long, 53565 dwt bulk carrier Marine Stars ran aground in the Dardanelles near Çanakkale and Kilitbahir, Turkey.  The Marine Stars had dropped anchor after suffered engine failure in the narrow section of the Strait.  However, the anchor dragged and the vessel drifted aground.  No reports of injuries.  A tug was dispatched to the scene to help refloat the Marine Stars. No reports of damage or pollution released.

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