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Eco Wizard

Eco Wizard

Eco Wizard

On July 6, the 180 meter long, 30062 dwt LPG tanker Eco Wizard (IMO: 9941568) exploded in the Gulf of Finland while berthed at the port of Ust-Luga, Russia. The Eco Wizard had arrived from Antwerp, Belgium and had begun unloading and loading operations. Authorities state an explosion occurred during these operations resulting in a leak of liquid ammonia. All 23 crew were evacuated from the tanker while emergency personnel attempted to contain the leak.  Authorities did not disclose the extent of damage to the Eco Wizard, but divers are set to inspect the hull for damage. The Eco Wizard is suspected to belong to Russia’s “shadow fleet” and there is some speculation the explosion was an act of sabotage.

NP Bangpakong

NP Bangpakong

NP Bangpakong
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On March 25, the 100 meter long, 3996 dwt LPG tanker NP Bangpakong (IMO: 9020455) ran aground in the Gulf of Thailand on the island of Koh Larn, near Pattaya City, Thailand. The tanker had departed from Bang Pakong District to Map Ta Phut Port when it veered onto a rocky outcrop to avoid colliding with a fishing vessel.

An initial inspection of the NP Bangpakong found there were no damage to the cargo tanks. A tugboat was requested to pull the tanker free off the rocks. Authorities state the NP Bangpakong will undergo an inspection for damage. No reports of injuries or pollution released.

Pashur Channel Collision

Pashur Channel Collision

Bangladesh Coast Guard
Photo: Bangladesh Coast Guard

Around midnight of November 1, the 100 meter long, 5187 dwt LPG tanker Era Star (IMO: 9988061) collided with the cargo vessel Mizan in the Pashur Channel near Bagerhat, Bangladesh. The Era Star loaded with LPG struck head-on with the Mizan loaded with 500 tons of coal. While no major damage was reported on the Era Star, the Mizan sustained significant hull damage to its bow resulting in water ingress. The eight crew of the Mizan feared the vessel was going to sink and abandoned ship into the water. Reports state all eight were able to make it ashore. No reports of injuries on the Era Star.

Authorities report a nearby fishing vessel had been caught up in the collision and sank. The sole person on board the vessel was reported missing.  The Bangladesh Coast Guard conducted a search and rescue operation for the missing person.  A diving team has also done searches in the area.

Reports state the owner of the Mizan has started lightering the coal onto another vessel. No further details reported.