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 42 meter long high speed ferry Discovery Bay 5 allided with the pier at Lantau Island, Hong Kong. The ferry was approaching the pier when it suffered engine failure. Unable to slow down, the vessel struck the pier knocking passengers off their feet and damaging the bow of the vessel.
Four of the 285 passengers on board sustained injuries. Many suffered cuts from broken glass while one passenger sustained a neck injury.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. No reports of pollution released.
On July 21, Hong Kong authorities reported four cargo vessels in distress off Hong Kong. The 26 meter long Zhong Chuan 19, the 55 meter long Jin Tai Yi 3, the 50 meter long Jia Hang 233 and the 95 meter long Shun Hong Hai 286 were caught in storms off Hong Kong. The vessels became disabled and the crew requested assistance. The Hong Kong Government Flying Service launched aircraft and successfully airlifted all the crew off the four vessels. Some 36 crewmen were safely rescued. No reports of injuries.