The Dl-Olive: Crew Feedback and Vessel Data

On July 11, 2026, the 'African SJB', a vessel docked at the Paradip International Cargo Terminal (PICT) at berth number 1, experienced a significant incident while loading steel slabs. A 27-tonne steel slab, lifted by a crane, fell after the lifting rope snapped, resulting in a severe hole in the hatch floor. This mishap allowed seawater to flood into the cargo hold, compromising the ship's integrity and stability. The incident prompted a swift response, with the leak being sealed by the afternoon. A staff member at PICT indicated that poor supervision and monitoring during the cargo handling process may have played a role in the unfortunate accident.