CMA CGM ship loses 44 containers in South African storm
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The 18,000 teu CMA CGM Benjamin Franklin lost 44 containers overboard in severe weather while transiting the Cape of Good Hope.
The French shipping company said the 达飞轮船 Benjamin Franklin faced “unexpectedly strong adverse weather conditions” off the South African coasts while on a westbound voyage from Asia to Europe. The vessel lost 44 containers overboard and a further 30 were damaged in the storm.
CMA CGM said there were no injuries to the crew of the vessel which remained seaworthy. The company added that no pollution was reported and inspection showed the containers contents were “harmless” and did not include hazardous cargoes.
“CMA CGM immediately notified the relevant authorities and will proceed to Cape Town for making a throughout assessment of the situation and taking all relevant and necessary measures to ensure a safe prosecution of the sea voyage,” the company said.
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