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Ashore at Inhambane

Ashore at Inhambane

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Reports state a fishing vessel (name not disclosed) ran aground in the Mozambique Channel along the beach between the towns of Massavana and Ligogo, Inhambane, Mozambique. The fishing vessel had travelled from Sofala to Inhambane when it stranded on the beach. The fishing vessel suffered some hull damage after striking a rock offshore. The 16 crew members on board were unharmed from the incident. The Mozambique Maritime Authority has stated an operation was underway to refloat the fishing vessel on the rising tide. No further details reported.

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Barrier

Barrier

On April 6, the 150 meter long, 14357 dwt container ship Barrier ran aground of Beira, Mozambique. The Barrier had been at anchor off Beira when it struck bottom while leaving the anchorage. The boxship sustained damage and became disabled. A tug was dispatched and took the Barrier under tow to Durban for repairs. No reports of injuries or pollution released.

Baltia

Baltia

BALTIA

The 224 meter long,  75776 dwt bulk freighter Baltia went aground off Maputo, Mozambique.   The Baltia was leaving Maputo when it stranded blocking traffic going in and out of the port.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.  The Baltia was later refloated the same day and proceed on its voyage to Richards Bay.

 

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