Panama-flagged cargo ship grounds off Quang Ngai coast, 14 crew safe
VOV.VN - A Panama-flagged cargo ship ran aground off the coast of Sa Huynh in central Quang Ngai province early November 10, with all 14 crew members reported safe and no oil spill detected so far.
The Quang Ngai Maritime Administration has submitted a report on the incident to the provincial People's Committee and the Vietnam Maritime Administration.
According to the report, the vessel TONG CHENG 301 departed from the Thi Vai - Phu My area in Ho Chi Minh City on November 6, heading for My Thuy International Port in Quang Tri Province without cargo or passengers. While passing through the waters off Sa Huynh, the ship encountered adverse weather with strong winds and high waves, causing it to drift and run aground.
The grounding site is located at coordinates 14°37'39"N and 109°04'16"E, about 150 meters from the shore. The vessel is currently resting on a sandbank, while its 14 crew members remain safe with no signs of oil leakage.
The TONG CHENG 301 has a gross tonnage of 5,818 GT, a deadweight of over 8,500 tonnes, a length of 124 meters, and a breadth of 18 meters. It is owned by Hong Kong-based OCEAN FAITH SHIPPING. The ship is carrying approximately 26 tonnes of diesel oil and 55 tonnes of fuel oil.
Weather conditions in Quang Ngai currently face northeast winds at force 6-7 (39-61 km/h), with gusts reaching force 8-9 (62-88 km/h), and waves ranging from 3 to 5 meters high, potentially higher during thunderstorms.
The Quang Ngai Maritime Administration is coordinating with the Sa Huynh Border Guard Station and relevant units to instruct the captain on ensuring the safety of the crew and the vessel, while preventing environmental pollution risks, and awaiting further directions from higher authorities.
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