Sunken vessel at anchorage

13 Feb 2023 / Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

A Navigational Warning has been issued about a container vessel that has sunk at Sharjah anchorage.

The ship sunk in position Lat 25° 26' 7 MN / Long 055° 14' 4ME. All crew were rescued but there are floating containers and debris in the water.

All ships should keep well clear of the location and keep a look out for floating containers. Any floating containers or debris should be reported to Sharjah Port/Coast Guard.

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