Marine Link
Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Bulker Blocks Brazil Entrance

Maritime Activity Reports, Inc.

June 27, 2001

The Hong Kong-flag bulker Dyna Gemini was blocking shipping at Sepetiba, Brazil, after running aground in the middle of the access/exit channel, Reuters reported. The 151,066-dwt bulker was carrying 170,000 tons of iron ore from Sepetiba for an unknown destination. Dyna Gemini was being assisted by tugs and a dredger. No damage or pollution has been reported so far. - (Reuters)

Subscribe for
Maritime Reporter E-News

Maritime Reporter E-News is the maritime industry's largest circulation and most authoritative ENews Service, delivered to your Email five times per week