Collision Between Two Tankers Causes 600 metric tons of Paraffin Spill in the Gibraltar Strait
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- Published on Saturday, 02 November 2024 13:27
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Last updated on 02 Nov, 09:25
Published 02 Nov, 09:25
Bulk carrier LOUISA BOLTEN, image credit: Muhammet M
The incident occurred around 20 nautical miles from Punta, Europe, when the vessel SOUTHERN PUMA, headed from Antwerp to Bilbao, collided with the LOUISA BOLTEN, headed from Avonmouth to Aliaga.
Following the accident, the SOUTHERN PUMA reported to the Salvamento Maritimo that it had sustained damage on one side of its hull. The other vessel, LOUISA BOLTEN, was reported to have suffered damage to its bow. However, both vessels were capable of navigating, and no injuries to crewmembers on either vessel were reported.
The Salvamento Maritimo dispatched a helicopter, a plane, and the search and rescue vessels Luz De Mar, Salvamar Atria, Salvamar Salvamento. The helicopter spotted a stain originating from the SOUTHERN PUMA.
The leak was later identified to be around 600 metric tons of paraffin, which was being transported aboard the SOUTHERN PUMA. The Maritime Captaincy of Algeciras has been asked to identify the impact on the environment and assess the damage from such a leak.
Current voyage
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Bulk Carrier LOUISA BOLTEN is currently located in the West Mediterranean (reported 2 minutes ago)
What kind of ship is this?
LOUISA BOLTEN (IMO: 9406049) is a Bulk Carrier and is sailing under the flag of Marshall Is. Her length overall (LOA) is 178.7 meters and her width is 28 meters.
General
| Name | LOUISA BOLTEN |
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| Flag | Marshall Is |
| IMO | 9406049 |
| MMSI | 538008683 |
| Call sign | V7A2655 |
| AIS transponder class | Class A |
| General vessel type | Cargo |
| Detailed vessel type | Bulk Carrier |
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Businesses
At arrival location | |
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| Alfaship Bilbao
Port Agents |
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| Limani Ship Supplier S.L.
Ship Chandlers |
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| M.H. Bland, S.L.
Port Agents |
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| CONTROL UNION
Surveyors |
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| Control System Survey - Bilbao
Surveyors |
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Near the vessel | |
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| David Guy Fisheries Liaison
Offshore Services |
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| RampionOffshore Wind
Offshore Services |
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| Total Travel Company
Taxi |
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| Peter Leonard Marine
Yacht Equipment |
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Summary
Where is the ship?
Oil/Chemical Tanker SOUTHERN PUMA is currently located in the English Channel (reported 8 days, 2 hours ago)
What kind of ship is this?
SOUTHERN PUMA (IMO: 9792008) is a Oil/Chemical Tanker and is sailing under the flag of Liberia. Her length overall (LOA) is 156.53 meters and her width is 25 meters.
General
| Name | SOUTHERN PUMA |
|---|---|
| Flag | Liberia |
| IMO | 9792008 |
| MMSI | 636017741 |
| Call sign | D5MM9 |
| AIS transponder class | Class A |
| General vessel type | Tanker - Hazard B |
| Detailed vessel type | Oil/Chemical Tanker |