Star 62
The 72 meter long, 3093 dwt cargo vessel Star 62 allided with several riverside homes on the Chao Phraya River in Phra Pradaeng, Bangkok, Thailand. The Star 62 had completed loading cargo of agricultural produce and was en route for Singapore when it suffered a malfunction in the steering system. The cargo vessel veered into the riverbank crashing into three homes. The homeowners were able to flee in time and there were no injuries.
Authorities arrived on scene and have launched an investigation into the incident. Reports state the vessel’s insurance will cover the cost to the damage caused to the houses. No reports of damage or pollution released from the Star 62.
