The Company advises that its vessel, Bulk Shenzhen, was involved in a collision with the bulk carrier RB Lisa whilst navigating under pilot on the Yangtze River today early morning local time.
Bulk Shenzhen is part loaded with 103 655 mt iron ore cargo for Jinangyin, China.
No loss of life, personal injuries, pollution or other environmental damages has been reported. Bulk Shenzhen is now anchored at a safe anchor position at Yangtze for investigation and incident formalities.
The Bulk Shenzhen has reportedly sustained some steel damage in the bow area above the water line but the vessel is able to proceed to its discharge port under its own engine power.
The Company has adequate hull and machinery insurance, as well as off hire insurance which becomes active, in the event off-hire exceeds 14 days.