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Grace Mariner

Grace Mariner

Grace Mariner
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On September 19, the 149 meter long bulk carrier Grace Mariner became disabled during a heavy storm in the Taiwan Strait.  The vessel was between Zhejiang and Fujian provinces when it suffered a mechanical failure and went adrift. The crew requested assistance with the Chinese Authorities dispatching a rescue vessel to the scene. The rescue vessel East Sea Rescue 116 arrived on scene and took the Grace Mariner under tow.  The vessels proceeded to Xiamen to an anchorage.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

Hao Jun

Hao Jun

The 96 meter long cargo ship Hao Jun became disabled near Macau, China. The cargo vessel had lost power during severe conditions by Typhoon Kalmaegi.  The Hao Jun encountered 100 km/h wind gusts and waves reaching 10 meters high caused by the typhoon. The Hao Jun was taking on water and was in danger of sinking when the vessel’s master sent out a distress call. A helicopter was dispatched and with great difficulty winched up the 14 crew off the Hao Jun to safety.  One crewman was taken to hospital for treatment.  No reports to the fate of the Hao Jun.  Last report states the vessel was taking on water and was in a sinking state.

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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.