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Grete Maersk

Grete Maersk

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.

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Fishing Vessel BTR TS 93357 Sinks

Fishing Vessel BTR TS 93357 Sinks

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.

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