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YM Mobility

YM Mobility

YM Mobility
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On August 9, the 305 meter long, 81,145 dwt container ship YM Mobility (IMO: 9457737) sustained an explosion while berthed at Ningbo, China.  The YM Mobility was loading containers at the Beilun terminal when a reefer container with hazardous materials located in the bow of the YM Mobility exploded.  The explosion generated a shockwave that could be felt over a kilometer away wish reports of broken windows and some building damage to nearby building.  Multiple containers on board the YM Mobility were completely destroyed and scattered over the vessel and dock.

YM Mobility

The YM Mobility sustained some damage, but no details to the extent of damage was been released.  No reports of injuries.

Authorities have stop port operations to carry out safety inspections and conduct clean-up operations. Authorities have stated there will be an investigation into the incident.

 

 

Lian Hang 7

Lian Hang 7

Lian Hang 7

On May 30, the 104 meter long cargo vessel Lian Hang 7 sank in the East China Sea off Ningbo, China. The Lian Hang 7 was en route to Zhoushan from Fujian when it suffered hull failure 10 miles off Ningbo. The vessel’s pumps were unable to control the water ingress and the vessel quickly flooded. The crew alerted authorities the vessel was in danger of foundering and needed assistance. Chinese authorities dispatched a rescue boat to the scene. Authorities were able to rescue 13 of the 14 crew on board. One crewman was missing and presumed trapped as the Lian Hang 7 sank until only part of the superstructure remained above the water.

Reports state the area had been impacted by a cyclone, but it was not a factor in the incident.  No further details reported.

Jie Hai 189

Jie Hai 189

On January 6, the 48 meter long cargo vessel Jie Hai 189 collided and sank in Hangzhou Bay near Ningbo, China. Reports state the coaster had been struck by another vessel and quickly sank. Only a single crewman out of 5 on board was rescued. The other 4 crew were listed as missing. No further details reported.