In South Africa, the freighter Ultra Galaxy, registered under the flag of Panama, has been stranded near Cape Town, prompting an intensive rescue operation coordinated by the South African local authority(SAMSA) and the Department of Transport. The main mission is to offload potentially hazardous items such as low sulfur fuel, hydraulic oils and fertilizers that the vessel was carrying.
Ultra Galaxy freighter rescue efforts begin
A group of salvage experts has gathered in Duiwegat, a remote region composed of rocky coasts and soft sandy beaches. Despite the adverse weather conditions, which include cold, wet and high winds, the Incident Management Organization(IMOrg) team is coordinating efforts to access the vessel as soon as weather permits.
According to SAMSA’s official communications, it mentioned about the arrival of specialized teams that are carrying out the inspection of the area and preparing the necessary equipment for the operation. Simultaneously, efforts are underway to clean up marine debris scattered along the beaches, and an alert has been issued for nearby vessels to be on the lookout for floating debris.
The 124.56-meter-long ‘Ultra Galaxy,’ built in 2008, was en route to “Dar es Salaam, Tanzania,” when its crew of 18 Filipino sailors abandoned it. crew of 18 Filipino seafarers abandoned it after a dangerous after a dangerous tilt and grounding. However, all crew members were rescued unharmed and have already received medical attention.
The freighter’s management, Transworld Fleet Management, has confirmed that no injuries have been reported and rescue teams are on hand to deal with the situation. In addition, an investigation has been launched to determine the causes of the incident and more details are expected as it progresses.
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Source and photo: SAMSA
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