Chile - Shipwreck Log

On February 5, the 70 meter long passenger ship Skorpios II ran aground near Puerto Montt, Chile. The vessel with 89 passengers and 31 crew was on a sightseeing cruise of the local fjords when it veered from its normal route to an area where the Skorpios II became stranded. As the tide receded, the Skorpios II was left on the beach, high and dry. No reports of damage, injuries or pollution released. Passengers were transferred to a Chilean patrol boat and taken to Puerto Montt. The Skorpios II was refloated the following day and proceeded to Puerto Montt. The vessel was later inspected for damage. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

Chilean Navy Rescues 120 from Passenger Ship (tradenewswire.net)
Chilean Navy Saves 120 from Grounded Cruise Ship (worldmaritimenews.com)

Loreto

December 31, 2014 Paul Hancock

The 225 meter long bulk carrier Loreto ran aground in the Strait of Magellan near Punta Arenas, Chile. The Loreto developed a small list to starboard, but was later refloated by the following day. The Loreto proceeded to a nearby anchorage where the vessel to be inspected for damage. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

Amadeo I

August 20, 2014 Paul Hancock

On August 18, 2014, the 132 meter long ro-ro cargo ferry Amadeo I ran aground at Paso Kirke, Chile. The ferry departed from Puerto Natales with 17 passengers and 28 crew along with a cargo of 700 cattle bound for Puerto Montt. Around 10 am, the Amadeo I struck an islet at Merion resulting in a crack in the hull on the starboard side. The rupture caused substantial uncontrolled flooding into the cargo deck and engine room putting the vessel at risk of sinking.

The master of the vessel decided to run the vessel aground before it could founder. The Amadeo I reached shore and put the bow on the beach. Authorities arrived on scene with rescue boats and safely transferred 17 passengers and 18 crew. Ten crew remained on board attempting to bring the flooding under control. Unfortunately, the flooding continued and the Amadeo I heeled over 60 degrees onto her starboard side. By 5 am the following day, the crew had to abandon their efforts and were taken off the ferry. The ferry later capsized onto her side and the stern section of the vessel sank. Authorities placed booms around the Amado I to contain any pollution released.