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CMA CGM Libra Aground

CMA CGM Libra Aground

The 131,000 dwt boxship CMA CGM Libra went aground at the port of Xiamen, China.   The 363 meter long vessel grounding was severe  resulting with more than 10 degree list at high tide.    The company has started salvage plans.  No injuries or pollution has been released.

Video of the CMA CGM Libra at Hamburg, Germany

Update: May 27th, the CMA CGM Libra was successfully refloated.  Initial reports state the vessel did not suffer any hull damage and is proceeding to Hong Kong.

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CMA CGM Laperouse collides with coaster

CMA CGM Laperouse collides with coaster

The 157138 dwt container vessel CMA CGM Laperouse collided with the 2500 dwt coaster vessel North Sea near Terschelling, Netherlands. The North Sea sustained major damage including multiple holes in the hull with water ingress. It is proceeding to Den Helder being escorted by several rescue boats. No reports of damage on CMA CGM Laperouse.

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