Apl-Cairo Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

The APL Cairo is once again navigating the seas following a recent fire incident that broke out in containers filled with pressed wood at its stern while approaching Binh Thuan. To mitigate any potential spread of the flames, the captain skillfully diverted the vessel to buoy No.0 off the Vung Tau coast, approximately 50 kilometers away. Ship crews promptly initiated water spraying operations to cool the affected area and contain the fire. Firefighters responded with specialized equipment, cutting open the containers to access the fire and employing water cannons to extinguish the blaze effectively. Once the fire was fully under control, the damaged containers were removed at Cai Mep-Thi Vai port. Out of the 12 containers that suffered deformation, the cargo inside was also significantly affected. In total, about 38 containers sustained damage, sparking an ongoing investigation into the fire's origin. The APL Cairo had set sail from Cai Mep on March 16 at 09:30 a.m. UTC and was en route to Hong Kong, with an estimated time of arrival on March 19.

On the evening of March 13, 2022, a significant incident occurred involving the APL Cairo, as it was making its voyage from Ho Chi Minh City to Qingdao, Shandong province. Smoke was spotted emanating from cargo containers aboard the vessel while it was near the bustling port of Shenzhen in Guangdong province. Quick on their feet, emergency responders initiated operations to tackle the fire. With the crucial assistance of nearby rescue vessels, the flames were eventually brought under control. However, the total damage to both the ship and its cargo remains to be fully evaluated. Following the incident, the APL Cairo made its way back to Ho Chi Minh City to inspect the extent of the damage and commence necessary repairs. For further details and images, visit the report here: https://thanhnien.vn/tau-bien-gap-su-co-72-tan-thanh-long-nguy-co-hu-hong-post1438368.html