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Aircraft Carrier Collision

Aircraft Carrier Collision

Harry S. Truman

Around noon on February 12, the 340 meter long United States Aircraft Carrier Harry S. Truman collided with the 189 meter long, 53020 dwt bulk carrier Besiktas M (IMO: 9291365) in the Mediterranean Sea near Port Said, Egypt. The aircraft carrier was awaiting to enter the Suez  Canal when it collided with the bulk carrier. Reports state both vessels sustained some damage above the waterline. No reports of injuries, water ingress and no pollution was released.

Both vessels were able proceed under their own power. Reports state the Bestiktas M was on a voyage from Aqaba to Constanta, but has dropped anchor off Port Said after the incident. There was no statement released if the Harry S. Truman will proceed on its voyage to the Red Sea or will return to a port for repairs. The incident is under investigation.

Rio Bravo

Rio Bravo

Rio Bravo

On February 25, the 286 meter long, 80225 dwt container ship Rio Bravo ran aground off Port Said, Egypt. The Rio Bravo was approaching Port Said from Mersin, Turkey when it ran aground.  Unable to free itself, the vessel requested assistance. Three tugs were dispatched and were able to pull the Rio Bravo free the following day. The tugs escorted the Rio Bravo into port where the boxship was inspected for damage. No reports of injuries or pollution released.

Boxships Collide off Port Said

Boxships Collide off Port Said

Columbo Express
Photo: vesseltracker.com

The 336 meter long container ship Colombo Express collided with the 332 meter long container ship Maersk Tanjong in the Suez Canal near Port Said, Egypt.  The Colombo Express was attempting to overtake the Maersk Tanjong  when it lost rudder control and swung hard to port striking the starboard stern of the Tanjong.  The  port side of the Colombo Express’s bow sustained a 20 meter dent and three containers fell overboard.  One container was later recovered. No reports of injuries or pollution released.  Both vessels proceeded to the canal lakes for repairs while authorities conduct an investigation into the incident.


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