Manahau
On August 31, the 98 meter long, 7675 dwt self-propelled tanker barge Manahau (IMO: 9415117) ran aground in Buller Bay on Carters Beach, Westport, New Zealand. The Manahau had been at anchor waiting to cross the Westport Bar when its anchor began to drag. The barge was driven ashore by strong winds and waves caused by a passing storm. The 11 crew on board safely landed ashore with no injuries. The Manahau had no cargo on board and there were no reports of any pollution released from the 100,000 litres of diesel fuel on board. Authorities state a tugboat from Taranaki will arrive on scene to assist on refloating the barge. New Zealand authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
