Salvage Operation Underway for Stranded MSC Baltic III in Newfoundland Amid Severe Weather Challenges

The salvage team from T&T Marine Salvage and the Canadian Coast Guard are working together to assess and develop a plan for the stranded MSC Baltic III in Newfoundland, Canada. Despite challenges from weather conditions, efforts are underway to prevent potential oil leaks and pollution, ensuring the safety of all involved.

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Successful Unloading of Damaged Sounion Tanker Averts Oil Spill Crisis After Houthi Attack

More than three months after the Houthi attack on the laden tanker Sounion, the damaged vessel has been successfully unloaded, averting a potential catastrophic oil spill. Greek officials confirmed the completion of the oil removal process at the anchorage south of the Suez Canal, raising concerns about the extent of the Houthi’s actions.

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South Africa Completes First Phase of Ultra Galaxy Recovery Operation

South African officials have completed the first phase of the recovery operation for the grounded bulker Ultra Galaxy. Progress was made due to a break in harsh winter weather, but another cold front is expected. The vessel developed a severe list during a storm on July 9 off the west coast of South Africa, leading the crew to abandon ship. A new salvage company has been appointed to continue the next phase.

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South African Authorities Warn of Hazardous Debris from Grounded Cargo Ship Ultra Galaxy

South African officials are warning about the fertilizer cargo and debris washing ashore from the grounded bulker Ultra Galaxy after severe weather. Salvage operations are underway as weather allows efforts to rescue the vessel, which ran aground on the Atlantic coast. The vessel, with 18 crew members from the Philippines, remains on its side as teams work to remove cargo and prevent oil spills.

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