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Dozens Feared Dead as Guyana Ferry Capsizes Off Port Kaituma

A passenger ferry carrying 133 people capsized off Guyana’s coast, with dozens feared dead. Authorities reported 67 rescues (including 15 children) and the captain and several crew members in police custody amid findings of a possibly inaccurate manifest and marijuana use by crew. The MV Barima was traveling from Georgetown to Port Kaituma when it capsized about seven miles offshore. Rescue efforts have expanded over a large search area, with divers and oil/gas vessels assisting in the ongoing operation.

via CNN|

#ferry-sinking #guyana #maritime-accident

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Sinking Russian Vessel off Spain Sparks Questions Over Nuclear Cargo Ties to North Korea

A Russian cargo ship, Ursa Major (also known as Sparta 3), sank about 60 miles off Spain on December 23, 2024 after explosions. Investigators say the ship carried what the captain described as components for two nuclear reactors—similar to submarine reactors—and new details imply Moscow may have been shipping sensitive military cargo toward North Korea. The vessel, tied to Russia’s defense sector and involved previously in operations in Syria, had various suspected cargoes and was escorted by Russian and Portuguese forces throughout its journey. Two crew members died and 14 were rescued; no radioactive contamination has been found. US surveillance aircraft monitored the wreck area, and Spanish authorities noted the data recorder recovery would be technically challenging. The wreck lies about 2,500 meters deep, and investigators are considering whether the cargo was intended for North Korea’s port of Rason.

via Kyiv Post|

#maritime-accident #military-shipments #north-korea

world1 year ago•2 min saved

Ferry Sinking Near Bali Leaves Multiple Dead and Missing

A ferry sank near Bali, Indonesia, with 53 onboard, resulting in 4 confirmed deaths and 29 survivors rescued. Rescuers are searching for 32 missing persons amid improving weather conditions, after the vessel encountered trouble shortly after departure from East Java.

via NPR|

#bali #ferry-sinking #indonesia

international-news2 years ago•1 min saved

16 Crew Members, Including 13 Indians, Missing After Oil Tanker Capsizes Off Oman

A search operation is ongoing for 16 missing crew members, including 13 Indians, after the oil tanker Prestige Falcon capsized off the coast of Oman. The vessel, en route to Yemen, sent a distress call before capsizing. Oman's maritime authorities and India's navy are involved in the rescue efforts. The tanker remains submerged and inverted, with no confirmation on whether its contents have spilled.

via BBC.com|

#indian-crew #international-news #maritime-accident

maritime-accident2 years ago•0 min saved

16 Missing After Oil Tanker Capsizes Off Oman Coast

An oil tanker named "Prestige Falcon" capsized off the coast of Oman, leaving 13 Indian crew members missing. The vessel, which also had three Sri Lankan crew members, remains submerged and inverted. The incident was reported on Monday, and the tanker was en route from Dubai to Aden. The status of potential oil leakage has not been confirmed.

via The Times of India|

#indian-nationals #maritime-accident #maritime-security

international-news2 years ago•2 min saved

16 Crew Members Missing After Oil Tanker Capsizes Off Oman

An oil tanker named Prestige Falcon, flagged by Comoros, capsized off the coast of Oman, leaving its 16 crew members, including 13 Indians and 3 Sri Lankans, missing. The Omani Maritime Security Center has initiated search and rescue operations. The tanker was en route to Aden, Yemen, from Dubai. There is no indication that the incident was related to Houthi attacks in the region.

via CBS News|

#international-news #maritime-accident #missing-crew

maritime-accident2 years ago•2 min saved

"Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Dali's Owner Seeks Cargo Owners' Aid for Salvage Costs"

The owner of the container ship Dali, responsible for the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, has invoked a "general average" declaration, requiring cargo owners to share salvage costs. This comes as part of efforts to minimize financial responsibility in what could be one of the costliest maritime disasters. The ship remains stuck with bridge wreckage, and the declaration anticipates "extraordinary costs" for which contribution from all salvaged parties is expected. Investigations by the FBI and the National Transportation Safety Board are ongoing into the incident, which resulted in the deaths of six roadwork crew members.

via ABC News|

#baltimore #dali #francis-scott-key-bridge

crime-and-investigation2 years ago•1 min saved

"Baltimore Bridge Collapse Sparks FBI Criminal Investigation"

The FBI has launched a criminal investigation into the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, focusing on whether federal laws were followed and the circumstances leading up to the incident. Divers have recovered three bodies from the wreckage, while three victims remain unaccounted for. The investigation is also looking into the electrical power system of the cargo ship Dali, which struck the bridge's supporting column, causing the collapse. Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott announced legal action to hold responsible parties accountable, and the city is seeking recourse from the ship's owner and other potentially liable entities.

via The Associated Press|

#baltimore #bridge-collapse #crime-and-investigation

maritime-accident2 years ago•2 min saved

"Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Crew Stranded as Engineers Plan Removal"

The crew of the shipping vessel that collided with Baltimore's Francis Scott Key bridge remains on board as the ship is still considered a working vessel and is engaged in maintaining the current status of the ship, supporting cleanup efforts, and cooperating with the ongoing investigation. The crew, mostly from South Asia, has access to mental health resources and religious accommodation but faces difficulties in obtaining shore leave due to the active investigation and the ship's anchorage status. It's unclear when they will be able to return home, leaving them stuck in the Baltimore Harbor for the time being.

via Futurism|

#baltimore #crew #key-bridge

maritime-accident-crew-members-port-of-baltimore-cargo-ship-bridge-collapse2 years ago•5 min saved

Stranded: Inside the Baltimore Bridge Collision with the Dali Ship Crew

The crew members of the cargo ship Dali, which collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, are facing an uncertain future as they remain stuck in the Port of Baltimore. The crew, consisting of 22 seafarers from India, are working tirelessly to maintain the ship while awaiting clearance to leave. The crew's swift mayday call helped prevent further casualties, and they have ample supplies of food and water. However, there is no exact timeline for when the ship might be extracted from the wreckage, and the crew members may have to wait for the completion of investigations before potentially being swapped out and sent home to India.

via Yahoo News|

#bridge-collapse #cargo-ship #crew-members

maritime-accident2 years ago•2 min saved

"Stranded: The Baltimore Bridge Crash and the Crew's Uncertain Fate"

The 22 Indian crew members of the container ship Dali, which crashed into Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, are still stranded on board and could remain there for weeks as salvage crews work to clear debris. The crew has been praised for alerting authorities and are reportedly maintaining the ship while stranded. Salvage crews are working to remove debris from the collapsed bridge, and efforts are being made to provide the crew with supplies and communication. The vessel, owned by Grace Ocean and chartered by Maersk, was carrying 4,700 shipping containers bound for Colombo, Sri Lanka when the collision occurred.

via Business Insider|

#baltimore #bridge-collapse #crew-members

maritime-accident2 years ago•3 min saved

Cruise Ship Tragedy: Fatal Incidents and Disruptions at Sea

Two workers on a Holland America cruise ship were killed when a steam compensator exploded in the engine room while the ship was docked near the Bahamas. The victims, identified as engineer Joseph Terrado and wiper Wawan Gusnawan, were trapped in the space and succumbed to lack of oxygen and hot steam. The cruise line expressed deep sadness over the incident and is cooperating with authorities in the investigation.

via Daily Mail|

#bahamas #cruise-ship #holland-america

travel2 years ago•2 min saved

Tragic Incidents on Cruise Ships Result in Two Crew Members' Deaths

Two crew members were killed in an engine room explosion on the Nieuw Amsterdam cruise ship while it was docked at Half Moon Cay in the Bahamas. The explosion, which occurred during a seven-night trip from Florida, trapped the men in the engine room and released steam, resulting in their deaths. The cruise line is offering counseling to crew members and investigating the cause of the accident, while passengers and maritime blogger Jim Walker expressed sadness and concern for the crew.

via Daily Mail|

#bahamas #cruise #holland-america

maritime-accident2 years ago•1 min saved

"Deadly Capsizing: South Korean Tanker Disaster Claims Lives"

A South Korean chemical tanker, the Keoyoung Sun, capsized off an island in southwestern Japan, resulting in the deaths of eight crew members and leaving two others missing. The tanker was carrying 980 tons of acrylic acid, and no leaks have been detected so far. The Japan Coast Guard received a distress call from the tanker before it capsized, and footage showed the ship completely overturned. South Korean officials are mobilizing resources to support rescue efforts and assist the crew members' relatives.

via Newser|

#japan #maritime-accident #rescue-operation

maritime-accident2 years ago•2 min saved

Tragedy at Sea: South Korean Tanker Capsizes off Japan, Eight Dead

A South Korean tanker carrying 980 tonnes of acrylic acid capsized off Japan, resulting in eight deaths, one person in a non-life-threatening condition, and two others missing. The ship had 11 people onboard, including South Koreans, Indonesians, and a Chinese national. The vessel had been at anchor due to rough weather near the island of Mutsure, off Japan’s south-western coast. The South Korean president has ordered relevant authorities to mobilize all available personnel and equipment, including navy and fishing boats, for search efforts.

via The Guardian|

#capsized #japan #maritime-accident