HC Rubina
The 126 meter long, 7228 dwt container ship HC Rubina went aground in the port of Messina, Italy. The vessel’s hull was holed at the bow. All 19 crew were safely rescued. Two Italian Coast Guard vessels and two tugs have responded to the scene. Pollution control vessels are also on scene in the event that there are any fuel leaks. Reports state the HC Rubina was not following the proper route to berth at the port. The vessel was en route to Marina di Carrara from Iskenderun in ballast.
