Bulk Carrier Damaged After Contacting Pier

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A bulk carrier contacted the pier while maneuvering to berth at Klaipeda port, Lithuania, on Aug 6, reports Maritime Bulletin. 

What happened?

Hong Kong bulk carrier PEARL ISLAND contacted the pier while maneuvering to berth at Klaipeda port, Lithuania, on Aug 6, on arrival from the UK. 

Damages reported

Both ship and berth suffered damages. The severity remains unknown.

About the vessel

Bulk carrier PEARL ISLAND, IMO 9801720, dwt 63878, built 2018, flag HK, manager PACIFIC BASIN SHIPPING HK LTD.

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Source: Maritime Bulletin