Collision

Aug 8 UPDATE: BUDVA was struck by a stern of berthing bulk carrier PLUTO, and suffered hull breaches and gashes in starboard bow area, some of fore mooring lines broke. No information on PLUTO damages, probably slight. Aug 7: Bulk carrier BUDVA collided with unnamed cargo ship in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, on Aug 6. BUDVA is docked at Harcourt since Jul 27, so probably, it happened during BUDVA shift or another cargo ship berthing. BUDVA was reportedly, damaged to an extent, that she’s in need of repairs. Bulk carrier BUDVA, IMO 9693501, dwt 35000, built 2013, flag Montenegro, owner Barska Plovidba Bulk carrier PLUTO, IMO 9432531, dwt 32092, built 2014, flag Liberia, manager BLUMENTHAL ASIA PTE LTD, Singapore (EQUASIS)