The fishing vessel DNA 90039 TS became disabled off Da Nang, Vietnam (16 22N, 109 07E). The vessel reported that it had suffered engine damage and now adrift. Twelve men are reported to be on board the fishing vessel. No further details reported.
The 115,700 dwt boxship Grete Mersk went aground off the port of Vung Tau, Vietnam. The Grete Mersk was attempting to enter the port with pilots on board when it grounded. The vessel was not fully loaded after leaving Malaysia which should allow the vessel to be freed at the next high tide. No reports of injuries or pollution being released.
Reports state the fishing vessel BTR TS 93357 has sank southwest of Vung Tau, Vietnam (09 05N 107 17E). The BTR TS 93357 was fishing when it began to sink. The 7 crewmen on board were forced into the water. One crewman was rescued by a passing squid boat. The other 6 men are still reported as missing.
