Brief description of events: The vessel encountered a cargo fire whilst in transit from Shekou to Singapore. Salvors Ardent were contracted and signed a LOF salvage contract with the Owners. Once the fire was under control the casualty could proceed to Singapore where all containers were discharged in the Brani Terminal. 

Date of incident:   January 31st, 2019
Location:   South China Sea

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Barge TRIAS

Casualty Name: Barge TRIAS
Brief description of events:
Whilst under tow, the tow line parted during bad weather and sea-state conditions. Subsequently the barge grounded in a nature reserve. Finnish based Salvors Alfons Hàkans were awarded the LOF...

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