Coral-Fungia Vessel Reviews and Specifications

On July 28, 2026, at approximately 6 p.m., an incident occurred on the Scheldt River involving the gas tanker 'Coral Fungia.' The vessel was navigating from Rafnes when it collided with the Dutch inland ship 'Blue' (MMSI: 244620902), which was traveling from Merksem. The collision took place near buoy 103, directly in front of the Van Cauwelaert Lock. The 'Coral Fungia' sustained two noticeable dents and a breach above the waterline. Fortunately, officials determined that the damage posed no threat to the vessel's cargo or overall safety, allowing it to continue its journey. Meanwhile, the 'Blue' was granted permission to unload its cargo at the Vrasene dock situated in the Waasland Port of Antwerp before heading to the shipyard for necessary repairs. The 'Coral Fungia' subsequently proceeded to moor on the Scheldt near Zwijndrecht. Investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision is currently underway. For additional visuals and details, visit: https://www.flows.be/scheepvaart/2026/07/gastanker-schampt-nederlands-binnenschip-voor-van-cauwelaertsluis/

In a remarkable display of maritime collaboration, the Falmouth Coastguard sprang into action on May 10, 2012, after receiving an urgent call from MRCC Turku, Finland. Early that morning at 06:30 a.m., authorities were alerted to a crisis involving two sailors aboard a 35-foot Finnish registered yacht that had departed from the Azores on May 7. At the time of the incident, the distressed vessel was positioned approximately 840 nautical miles from the Isles of Scilly. Falmouth Coastguard quickly took charge of the situation, coordinating the search and rescue efforts. They initiated an emergency broadcast using the Enhanced Group Call (EGC) system, reaching out to nearby vessels for assistance. The response was swift, with several commercial ships offering their support. Among those vessels were the tankers "Stolt Invention" and "Norgas Invention." With the latter actively en route from Port Arthur to Stenungsund, the Coastguard directed both tankers to divert to the yacht's last known coordinates. In a further step to enhance the operation, the ARCC Kinloss organized for a VC10 aircraft from RAF Brize Norton to conduct surveillance and establish a communication link with Falmouth Coastguard. As the sailors activated their Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB), the Coastguard was able to pinpoint the yacht's location with precision. With the "Norgas Invention" anticipated to reach the stranded sailors within a couple of hours, hopes were high for a successful rescue, showcasing the importance of maritime safety and cooperation.