We have received reports that the " KEA TRADER ", a 2017 built container vessel flying the Maltese flag, has grounded on reefs off Mare Island.

The vessel is hard aground. Owners are being requested to put a salvage plan together and it is possible professional salvage services will be required.

It is also likely that General Average will be declared.

So far as any recovery is concerned, we have identified the vessel's P&I Club.

If your own guarantees are not acceptable to salvors we can also assist you in arranging salvage security to secure any salvage claims, with a bail fee from 0.5% of the guarantee amount.

If you would like assistance in dealing with any claims for salvage, potential GA claims and recovery of your losses, please do contact us.

Details

Vessel: "KEA TRADER "

Casualty date: 12th July  2017     

Casualty type: Grounding

Vessel type: Container vessel

Year built: 2017

GRT: 25145

Voyage to/from: French Polynesia/New Caledonia/New Zealand but container ship so cargo worldwide

Cargo: Containers

Vessel IMO number: 9701281

Casualty notice: "KEA TRADER"

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