We have received reports that the "MUSTAFA KAN ", a 2009 built container vessel flying the Panamanian flag, has been damaged and is reported to possibly be sinking off Augusta, Italy. Tugs have been dispatched to assist the crew and provide any other assistance required.
We have received reports that the "MUSTAFA KAN ", a 2009 built container vessel flying the Panamanian flag, has been damaged and is reported to possibly be sinking off Augusta, Italy. Tugs have been dispatched to assist the crew and provide any other assistance required.
It is carrying a cargo of containers loaded in various ports.
If it is possible to rescue the vessel, it is likely to require professional assistance from salvors.
It is also possible that General Average will be declared if it survives.
So far as any recovery is concerned, we have identified the vessel's P&I insurer.
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: "MUSTAFA KAN"
Casualty date: 23 September 2016
Casualty type: Damaged/possibly sinking
Vessel type: Container vessel
Year built: 2009
GRT: 7393
Voyage to/from: Around Mediterranean ports but container ship so cargo worldwide
Cargo: Containers
Vessel IMO number: 9462263
Casualty notice: "MUSTAFA KAN"
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