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Orient Princess

Orient Princess

Orient Princess
Photo: portnews.ru

On the afternoon of November 18, the 150 meter long, 3909 dwt former passenger ship Orient Princess (IMO: 6708109) caught fire while berthed in Tianjin City, China. The fire was caused from sparks caused by workers doing renovation work on the vessel. The sparks ignited insulation materials and quickly spread through several decks at the stern of the vessel. Local fire fighters were called to the scene and was able to extinguished the blaze an hour later. The stern of the vessel sustained fire and smoke damage.  No reports of injuries.

The Orient Princess had been permanently berthed in Tianjin as a tourist attraction with multiple restaurants atop the former cruise ship.

Xin Hong Xiang 59

Xin Hong Xiang 59

The 98 meter long cargo vessel Xin Hong Xiang 59 struck a bridge over the Haihe River near Tianjin, China. The Xin Hong Xiang 59 failed to wait for the swing bridge to fully raise when it struck with its superstructure. The vessel had part of the bridge damaged while its mast was destroyed. Reports state the bridge sustained minor damage that was quickly repaired. No reports of injuries or pollution released.

Yong Feng Da 8

Yong Feng Da 8

Yong Feng Da 8
Photo: shipspotting.com

On July 26, the 54 meter long tanker Yong Feng Da 8 ran aground on the Haihe River near Tianjin, China. The tanker was lightered and refloated later the same day.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution.