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Nabil J

Nabil J

Nabil J
Photo: saidaonline.com

On April 23, the 77 meter long, 1426 dwt cargo vessel Nabil J ran aground  just outside the port of Saida, Sidon, Lebanon. The Nabil J had arrived from Iskenderun and had dropped anchor at the anchorage off Sidon on April 11.  The vessel remained moored until April 23 when the anchor chain snapped. Pushed by strong winds, the Nabil J was blown ashore. The cargo vessel landed parallel a few meters off the rocky breakwater at Sidon. Reports state the vessel had been pounded by the surf, but no reports of injuries.

Reports state authorities have requested tugs to help pull the Nabil J off the beach. There is some concern that the cargo vessel will suffer hull damage and release fuel oil into the water damaging the nearby fisheries and beaches.

Med Star

Med Star

Med Star
Photo: ulastirma.com.tr

On August 9, the 81 meter long, 1786 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Med Star caught fire while berthed in Tripoli, Lebanon. The Med Star was preparing to depart for Turkey when fire was spotted by the crew. The fire quickly engulfed the ferry as the crew and local fire brigade attempted to extinguish it. Reports state the fire swept through the superstructure before it was brought under control. No reports of injuries, but the Med Star sustained significant damage. The source of the fire was not yet known.