A bulk carrier with cargo of maize ran aground on Parana river in the general Lagos area at around 0130 UTC Jul 5, reports Maritime Bulletin.
What happened?
Bulk carrier OURANIA LUCK ran aground on Parana river in the general Lagos area at around 0130 UTC Jul 5, while proceeding downstream from San Lorenzo with cargo of maize.
Salvage operations
Salvage was launched and the ship was refloated late at night Jul 5, and anchored downstream from the grounding site.
Traffic blocked
As of 0500 UTC Jul 6, she remained in the same position, with tug BRUTUS at her side. It is said that while aground, the ship blocked all the traffic in the area.
About the vessel
Bulk carrier OURANIA LUCK, IMO 9218428, dwt 75961, built 2000, flag Marshall Islands, manager PROSPERITY BAY SHIPPING CO LTD, Greece.
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Source: Maritime Bulletin
