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Collision off Fort Kochi

Collision off Fort Kochi

MSC Silver II
Photo: onmanorama.com

 

On the evening of October 1, the 185.5 meter long, 37548 dwt cargo vessel MSC Silver II (IMO: 9225249) collided with the fishing vessel Prathyasha in the Arabian Sea off Fort Kochi, India. The MSC Silver II had been alerted by other fishing vessels nearby that a fishing vessel was in their path.  The cargo vessel slowed down just before it  struck the Prathyasha.  Reports state some of crew on the Prathyasha jumped overboard as the cargo vessel brushed against their vessel. Fortunately, all the crew on the fishing vessel were unharmed.  However, the fishing vessel sustained damage along with many fishing nets were destroyed. There were no reports of injuries or damage onboard the MSC Silver II.

Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. New reports state the main shipping channel was some 20 kilometers away from where the incident occurred. The reason why the MSC Silver II was proceeding in the area was not disclosed.

 

Dul Dul V

Dul Dul V

Dul Dul V
Photo: thehindu.com

On the morning of July 12, the 53 meter long barge Dul Dul V (MMSI: 419901162) ran aground in the Indian Ocean near Fort Kochi, India. The barge had been working at the dry docks  of the Cochin Shipyard on Willingdon Island when it had run out of fuel while entering the port.  The Dul Dul V went adrift until it went ashore resting a few meters off the beach.  Tugboats were called out and attempted to pull the barge free, but the Dul Dul V remained stuck.  Reports state a dredger will arrive on site and assist in refloating the barge.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

Dul Dul V