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Antakya

Antakya

Antakya
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On November 19, the cargo vessel Antakya ran aground in the Dardanelles off Nara, Turkey.  The Antakya was headed to Yalova from Marmara Ereglisi with 2500 tons of cement when it suffered rudder failure. Unable to steer, the Antakya ran aground.  Two tugs were dispatched and the Antakya was pulled freed a short time later. The Antakya was towed to a nearby anchorage.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

Magnum Power

Magnum Power

The 189 meter long, 53632 dwt bulk freighter Magnum Power  became disabled in the Dardanelles near Nara, Turkey.  The bulk carrier was en route to India from Nikolayev, Ukraine, when it suffered an engine failure.   Tugs were requested and towed the Magnum Power to a safe anchorage near Guzelyali.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

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