On March 25, the 100 meter long, 3996 dwt LPG tanker NP Bangpakong (IMO: 9020455) ran aground in the Gulf of Thailand on the island of Koh Larn, near Pattaya City, Thailand. The tanker had departed from Bang Pakong District to Map Ta Phut Port when it veered onto a rocky outcrop to avoid colliding with a fishing vessel.
An initial inspection of the NP Bangpakong found there were no damage to the cargo tanks. A tugboat was requested to pull the tanker free off the rocks. Authorities state the NP Bangpakong will undergo an inspection for damage. No reports of injuries or pollution released.
On September 17, the 87 meter long 2999 dwt tanker Thailaemthong 8 ran aground in the Gulf of Thailand on the shore of Koh Mai Si, Koh Kood, Thailand. The Thailaemthong 8 was returning to Rayong after delivering a cargo of green oil, a fuel used in local fishing boats, when it suffered an engine breakdown and power failure in bad weather. Waves of 2 to 3 meters pushed the disabled tanker until it grounded on the rocks just offshore. A distress call was sent to authorities, but heavy seas prevented any rescue boats reaching the vessel initially. Eventually, a boat was able to navigate out to the tanker and found the Thailaemthong 8 in stable condition.
The Thailaemthong 8 sustained hull damage and water ingress. The tanker’s engine room has been flooded, but the vessel’s pumps have been able to control the flooding. The tanker is in no danger of sinking. No reports of injuries to the 10 crew on board. There are some concerns of oil pollution being released and the tanker is being monitored. Since there was minimal oil on board, authorities suggest minimal risk of environmental damage.
Photo: pattayamail.com
Photo: pattayamail.com
Photo: pattayamail.com
Photo: pattayamail.com
Reports state the Thailaemthong 8 had dropped anchor and waiting for repairs. No details on salvage or refloating efforts.
During the early morning hours of April 3, the 107 meter long, 6852 dwt tanker Sun Flora collided with the wooden 83 gt fishing vessel Sri-nopparat 11 in the Gulf of Thailand off Sattahip, Thailand. The trawler quickly broke apart sending its 8 crew overboard into the water. A passing trawler saw the incident and was able to rescue all 8 crewmen. The Sun Flora did not stop and continued on to Bangkok. No reports of injuries or damage to the Sun Flora. Local authorities were alerted and have launched an investigation into the incident.
