Product tanker TRADEWIND PASSION collided with floating bridge Demerara Harbour Bridge in Demerara river, Georgetown, Guyana, at round 0200 LT Oct 8, whereas continuing upstream to Guyoil pier or terminal, with cargo of gas. The bridge was severely broken and rendered inoperable, although in all probability it would re-open, not less than partially, by Oct 10. Not clear what occurred and why retractable span of the bridge closed earlier than tanker, final of 5-ship caravan scheduled for passage. Bridge is open for navigation as soon as a day, to let go giant sea-going vessels. Tanker reportedly, additionally sustained damages. As of morning Oct 10 she was nonetheless in Georgetown, understood already finishing cargo offloading.
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