The 207 meter long, 34183 dwt container ship APL Jeddah allided with a quay at Hong Kong, China. The APL Jeddah had arrived at Kaohsiung Port 58 and was being assisted to the pier by a pilot when it suffered a power loss. The APL Jeddah’s bow struck the pier resulting in damage to the pier and boxship.
The bulbous bow sustained a significant dent while the pier had a section destroyed. No reports of injuries and no pollution was reported.
The 154 meter long, United States Navy destroyer Fitzgerald collided with the 223 meter long, 39565 dwt container ship ACX Crystal in the early morning hours off Yokosuka, Japan. The ACX Crystal bow had struck the starboard hull of the Fitzgerald causing significant damage including water ingress in three compartments. The ACX Crystal sustained scrapes and dents along its bow, but damage is reported to be limited.
The captain of the Fitzgerald sustained injuries and was medivac off the vessel. Another sailor was evacuated off the vessel by the Japan Coast Guard. Reports state 7 sailors on the Fitzgerald were reported missing.
The Fitzgerald was able to head back to port under its own power. Escorted by the Japan Coast Guard, the Fitzgerald proceeded with limited propulsion.
On May 31, the 113 meter long, 8870 dwt container ship Mary Arctica struck an iceberg off Nanortalik, Greenland. The Mary Arctica was headed to Aalborg when around 2 A.M. it struck the iceberg. The vessel sustained significant damage, but the details were limited. The Mary Arctica did not suffer water ingress, but changed course and proceeded to Qaqortoq to be surveyed. Afterwards, the vessel to expected to be able to proceed to Denmark where it will be taken out of service for 2 to 3 weeks to complete repairs. No reports of injuries or pollution released. The Arina Arctica will replace the Mary Arctica to continue service between Denmark and Greenland.
