Container ship developed a starboard list, lost stability and rested on a pier at Chittagong port, reports Maritime Bulletin.
What happened?
Container ship OEL HIND developed a starboard list and rested on a pier at Chittagong port in the morning Aug 23.
What was the cause?
Accident was caused by a faulty cargo plan and subsequent loading and positioning of empty and loaded containers.
Vessel missed her schedule
After replacing 20 containers, the stability was restored. The ship did not leave port as scheduled, in the afternoon Aug 23 as a thorough inspection was pending. As of 1400 UTC Aug 23, she was berthed at Chittagong.
About the vessel
Container ship OEL HIND, IMO 9122057, dwt 23043, capacity 1728 TEU, built 1996, flag Panama, manager ORIENT EXPRESS LINES SINGAPORE (EQUASIS).
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Source: Maritime Bulletin
