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Hoegh Osaka Update

Hoegh Osaka Update

Photo: dailymail.co.uk The 180 meter long car carrier Hoegh Osaka remains stuck on Bramble Bank in the Solent.   Four tugs were unsuccessful to re-float the vessel off the sankbank.  Another attempt will be mad a few days later when the tide is high enough.  Owners of the Hoegh Osaka have stated they have made arrangements with Svitzer to handle the salvage. The Marine Accident Incident Branch has launched an investigation into the incident. Initial reports state the vessel left Southampton only partially…

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Hoegh Osaka

Hoegh Osaka

The 180 meter long, 16886 dwt car carrier Hoegh Osaka ran aground  in the Solent off the Isle of Wight, England.  The Hoegh Osaka was en route to Bremerhaven, Germany when the vessel suffered a mechanical malfunction.  The Hoegh Osaka made a sharp turn and ran up on the Bramble Bank.  The car carrier quickly listed over 45 degrees to starboard.  Reports state some of the crew found themselves in the water from the step listing. Four RNLI lifeboats, from Calshot,…

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