m.v. EN MAY - Collision with Zarate/Brazo Largo bridge
Date: 29/01/2024
Pls note that today at 2117hs m.v. EN MAY (Liberian Flag) collided with Zarate/Brazo Largo Bridge "Bartolome Mitre" during her upstream passage.
Due to unknown reasons vessel lost control over her rudder and collide with the right margin pillar.
There was no injured or contamination due to the colission, but the vessel suffered damaged on her forepeak.
Pilot on board informed that vessel is currently deballasting to counter the water incoming from the damage in the forepeak.
Vessel was proceeding towards San Lorenzo port for loading operations.
Navigation thru the area is restricted until the appointed tugboats assist m.v. EN MAY to leave the area and drop anchors nearby for inspections/repairs.
We´ll keep you duly posted as the situation unfolds.