Ro-ro cargo ship ran aground while entering Olbia port, Italy, at around 0215 UTC Jul 4, on arrival from Livorno, reports Maritime Bulletin.
What happened?
According to reports, ro-ro cargo ship EUROCARGO VALENCIA ran aground while entering Olbia port, Sardinia, Italy, at around 0215 UTC Jul 4, on arrival from Livorno.
What was the reason?
Strong wind gusts were reported to be the main cause of the accident and with low water she developed a slight stb list and fore tilt.
The ship ran into mussels farm and destroyed farm installations, causing serious material losses to mussels producers.
About the vessel
Ro-ro cargo ship EUROCARGO VALENCIA, IMO 9192959, GT 29412, built 1999, flag Italy, operator GRIMALDI.
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Source: Maritime Bulletin
