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Changqing 16

Changqing 16

The 135 meter long freighter Changqing 16 capsized and sank on the Yangtze River near Zhenjiang, China.  The Changqinq 16 was en route to Zhenjiang from Majishan Island with 10168 tons of iron ore.   Reports state 17 people were rescued with 2 persons were lost of the passengers and crew on board.  Rescue teams continue to search the lower stretch of the river for seven missing people.  The cause of the accident is not known, but the authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

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Yangtze River Grounding

Yangtze River Grounding

A bulk freighter went aground on the Yangtze River.   The crew had made a navigation error and struck the dike along the deep-water route along the river.    The freighter suffered water ingress and the crew had to be rescued.  All seven crewmen on board were rescued.   Authorities report that the vessel was overloaded with a cargo of 1700 tons of stone  cargo.   No further details reported.

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Tae Dong Gang Disabled

Tae Dong Gang Disabled

The 13,550 dwt freighter Tae Dong Gang becamed disabled after a cargo shift while at anchor on the Yangtze River, Shanghai, China.  The vessel had just loaded 10,000 metric tons of iron ore and was departing when the cargo suddenly shifted.   The vessel quickly developed a 30 degree list and in danger of capsizing.   The crew sent out a distress signal and prepared to abandon ship.   The 36 crewmen on board were rescued by several nearby boats. No reports of injuires.   No further details reported.

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