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On December 14, 2019, the Salamis Port Authority received an urgent notification regarding the freighter 'Puffy'. This vessel, which had previously been anchored off Piraeus due to a mechanical issue, was set adrift as a result of harsh weather conditions. The freighter ultimately ran aground at Accra Tropea, carrying a crew of 21 at the time of the incident. In response to the situation, a team of tugs, including 'Christos XII', 'Leon', 'Ifestos I', and 'Chrostos XXVII', were deployed to assist with the recovery. The 'Puffy' was subsequently towed to a shipyard facility located in Ambelakia, Salamis. Upon arrival, officials from the Salamina Port Authority implemented precautionary measures, including the installation of an oil barrier, after detecting minor water ingress into the engine room. Underwater inspections conducted by divers revealed a hole along with a 0.5-meter breach in the hull. Fortunately, the water depth around the mooring ensured there was no imminent risk of sinking. The freighter remained detained while necessary repairs were executed and a Certificate of Seaworthiness was obtained.