The vessel One Continuity, operated by the shipping company Ocean Network Express(ONE), was diverted to the port of Las Palmas after declaring an emergency due to loss of cargo. The situation was caused by a strong sea surge that affected the stability of the stern stowage, causing more than 45 containers to fall into the sea and leaving about a hundred destabilized.
The emergence of the One Continuity vessel
According to port sources, the vessel, flagged in Singapore, requested a forced arrival and received authorization to dock at the terminal managed by Boluda Terminals. A technical team specialized in cargo securing has been deployed to carry out re-stowage work, assess the damage and guarantee the integrity of the port operation.
The “One Continuity” is a medium-sized vessel, with 88,089 gross tons and a length of more than 320 meters. The docking maneuvers went smoothly, allowing the immediate start of inspection and cargo reorganization activities. Some local workshops will be in charge of repairing the minor damages detected on deck and structure.
Boluda Terminals ‘ timely intervention has been strategic in managing a situation that put maritime safety protocols to the test. maritime safety protocols were put to the test.. Operations will continue over the next few days until optimal conditions are restored for the vessel to resume its planned route.
The cause of the incident is attributed to adverse weather conditions during the Atlantic crossing. The final assessment of the cargo is expected to determine the economic impact of the incident, while the maritime authorities are following the corresponding procedure for the documentation of the case.
Source and photo: Puente de Mando