Hafnia Plans to Transfer Cargo from Damaged Oil Tanker Hafnia Nile

Shipowner Hafnia is in discussions with Singapore’s Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) to transfer the cargo from the oil tanker Hafnia Nile to a safe location. The tanker collided with another ship, Ceres I, and caught fire on July 19 near Pedra Branca. The Hafnia Nile was carrying 300,000 barrels of naphtha purchased by Japanese refinery operator Eneos, a key material in petrochemical production.

Experts are currently assessing the damage to the Hafnia Nile, which is currently in Malaysian waters and experiencing a light oil leak from the damaged area. Plans are being made to tow the vessel and find a location for cargo handling and repairs. The MPA has stated that Hafnia will also be responsible for cleaning the tanker, which is currently about 100 kilometers from Singapore.

Investigations into the collision are ongoing by authorities in Singapore and Malaysia. The situation is being closely monitored by experts and discussions are underway to safely handle the damaged vessel and its cargo. The Hafnia Nile remains in need of assistance and arrangements are being made to contain the leak and facilitate repairs.

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