A log of maritime accidents around the world
Posts tagged ‘Shipwreck’
The 2650 dwt freighter Kang Bong foundered off Lianyungang, China in the East China Sea. The vessel had water ingress while sailing in a strong gale. Two helicopters and a rescue ship were sent to rescue the 20 crew onboard the Kang Bong. Reports state 3 have been rescued, 2 perished and 15 listed as missing. Rescue efforts have been hamper by gale force winds.
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The 6901 dwt Van D0n 02 foundered in the South China Sea 250 miles off Ba Ria Vung Tau provence of Vietnam. The vessel sent out a distress signal after it encountered bad weather. Reports state that 12 crewmen were saved local fishing vessels, but 11 were listed as missing. The Van Don 02 was sailing from Malaysia to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam with a cargo of construction materials.
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The 5000 dwt Hung Cuong 168, built in 2010, sank in bad weather near Fuzhou, China. The vessel was bound for Quanzhou from Haiphong with a cargo of stone. Thirteen crew were rescued, but 4 crew were listed as missing. Reports state the vessel lost power before sinking.
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Reports state a 70 ton barge sank near Rio Cordoba, Columbia loaded with coal. The barge owned by the mining company Vale S.A. The barge sinking was caused by bad weather and rough seas. No details given on injuries, pollution or salvage of the barge.
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