A general cargo ship carrying clinker onboard sank on Nov 6 in Quang Nam Province waters, South China sea, reports Maritime Bulletin.
What happened?
General cargo ship THANH HUNG sank in the evening Nov 6 in Quang Nam Province waters, central Vietnam, South China sea. She was loaded with some 5,300 tons of clinker.
It was reported that the ship suffered water ingress via faulty ventilation pipes, developed a portside list and capsized.
Rescue efforts
The number of crew on board remains unclear. Though local sources reported 8 crew, it looks like there were 12 crew on board.
Reports confirm 7 crew were rescued while 5 remain missing, including Master.
About the vessel
The ship was en route from Cam Pha, northern Vietnam, to Vung Tau.
General cargo ship THANH HUNG 08, IMO 9612234, dwt 5381, built 2014, flag Vietnam, manager THANH HUNG REAL ESTATE TRADING.
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Source: Maritime Bulletin
