The Zodiac Maritime operated vessel Indian Partnership, in the Ceram Sea, while on course to China carrying bauxite ore, hit an uncharted reef which pierced her forward ballast tanks on the starboard side at UTC 19:05 on 22nd April 2023.
After hitting the reef, the vessel proceeded under her own power to shallow water near Misool Island, Indonesia where she is now safely afloat at anchor. Water ingress was contained to the ballast tanks. Divers are at the vessel now and are conducting underwater repairs. The vessel is stable.
The mixed nationality crew of 22 are all safe and unharmed. There is no pollution.
The crew on board, with support from our shore based teams, are working closely with local authorities.
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