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Michael Putra

Michael Putra

Michael Putra
Photo: tribunnews.com

On February 28, the 63 meter long, 1534 dwt cargo vessel Michael Putra caught fire in the Java Sea off Bangka Belitung Islands, Indonesia. The Michael Putra was headed for Bintan Island with general cargo along with 17 vehicles and 36 motorbikes when a fire started in the cargo hold. The crew attempted to extinguish the blaze, but as they fought the fire there was an explosion. The master ordered the crew to abandon ship into the vessel’s liferaft.  The survivors were rescued 2 hours later by passing fishermen.  The fishermen rescued all 16 crew and 2 passengers on board. No reports of injuries.

https://youtu.be/_zpdWd1NKXY

Crewmen reported hearing several explosions from the cargo deck of the Michael Putra while waiting to be rescued.  Authorities state the Michael Putra was last reported as still burning and adrift. Salvage may be an option if the fire can be extinguished on the Michael Putra. The general cargo and vehicles on board are a total loss.

https://youtu.be/cVc9OOo6ZNs

 

Martie

Martie

Martie
Photo: schuttevaer.nl

The 63 meter long inland container ship Martie caught fire while berthed in Waalwijk, Netherlands. The fire started in the living quarters spewing out dense smoke. The local fire brigade were alerted and dispatched teams to fight the fire. Reports state the fire had engulfed the living spaces resulting in significant damage. No reports of injuries.  Only empty containers were on board the Martie so no risks of hazardous cargo air pollution released. No further details released.

Shun An Lun

Shun An Lun

Shun An Lun

On February 3, the 99 meter long cargo vessel Shun An Lun caught fire off Zhoushan, China while en route to Fuzhou from Shanghai. The fire started in the engine room and quickly spread through the vessel’s superstructure. The crew was able to request for assistance before escaping the blaze by escaping to the forecastle.  The 11 crew waited in the forecastle until search and rescue vessels arrived a short time later. No reports of injuries.

Authorities were able to contain the blaze by the next day. Reports state the vessel will be towed back to a nearby port.