Efforts to clean up the oil spill from the grounded MV Ultra Galaxy off South Africa’s coast are being intensified. SAMSA is mobilizing personnel to expedite the oil removal process after recent storms caused the ship to release more oil. Environmental patrols are monitoring the containment and minimizing the environmental impact.
Ships navigating the turbulent waters off the southern tip of Africa are facing challenges due to severe weather conditions. CMA CGM SA reported the loss of 44 containers on the CMA CGM Benjamin Franklin, while AP Moller – Maersk A/S experienced delays. The disrupted route near South Africa is affecting ships avoiding Yemen’s Red Sea attacks.
Efforts are underway to salvage the Panamanian-flagged cargo ship MV Ultra Galaxy, which ran aground in a remote coastal area of South Africa. Salvage teams are facing adverse weather conditions to recover the ship’s cargo, including low-sulphur fuel and fertilizers. The crew was safely rescued, and investigations into the incident are ongoing.
