The 13303 dwt freighter Tay Son 4 collided with the 9800 dwt chemical tanker Nautica Batu Pahat in the eastern anchorage of Singapore. The Nautica’s hull was torn open near the tanks section and engine room while the Tay Son 4 suffered damage to its forepeak and bulbous. Both vessels remained at anchor. No further details reported.
The 50 dwt passenger ferry Falcon Princess went aground north of Pulau Tekong, Singapore. The Falcon Princess was proceeding to Tanjung Belungkor from Changi with 24 passengers and 11 crew when the vessel experience engine trouble. The ferry was beached where all passengers were safely transferred to another ferry. No reports of injuries or pollution. Authorities are conducting an investigation into the incident.
