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Suilven

Suilven

Suilven
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The 86 meter long,  3638 dwt ro-ro ferry Suilven sank at Suva, Fiji. The ferry enter the harbor at Suva from Fiji’s northern islands when it suffered uncontrolled water ingress. The Suilven developed a list to starboard and began to settle by the stern. The 27 crew on board requested assistance. Several nearby vessels came to the Suilven aid and safely rescued all the crew before the ferry sank an hour later. No reports of injuries. Reports state there were no passengers on board. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

Glory Pacific No. 8

Glory Pacific No. 8

Glory Pacific No. 8

The 1163 dwt fishing vessel Glory Pacific No. 8 caught fire near the atoll of Tokelau, New Zealand.  The fire started in the engine room quickly disabling the fishing vessel. The crew activated the ERIPB emergency beacon alerting authorities.  New Zealand authorities directed another fishing vessel, Lomalo, to the scene.  All 36 crew from the Glory Pacific No. 8 were safely evacuated.  The crew was assisted by New Zealand and US Coast Guard efforts. Reports state the owners of the Glory Pacific No. 8 were making salvage arrangements.

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Aegean Leader

Aegean Leader

Aegean Leader

The 180 meter long, 13157 dwt car carrier Aegean Leader became disabled in the Pacific Ocean.  The Aegean Leader had departed from Toyohashi, Japan en route to Balboa, Panama when it suffered engine failure.  The vessel went adrift and was last reported between Japan and Midway Islands. No further details reported.