What Crew Members Say About Cssc-Yuan-Jing

In a notable maritime incident, the vessel 'Viet Thuan 56-05' collided with the 'CSSC Yuan Jing' on July 23, 2024, at 8:22 a.m. local time. The collision occurred in the North Bakauheni Waters near Banten, specifically at coordinates 05° 44.352' S 105°53.340' E, north of the Sunda Strait Traffic Separation Scheme (TSS). The 'Viet Thuan 56-05', which had 22 crew members aboard, was making its way from Singapore to Panjang Harbor, Lampung, when it struck the 'CSSC Yuan Jing', carrying 19 individuals and en route from China to Geraldton, Australia while ballasting. Following the incident, a team from the Directorate General of Sea Transportation (KPLP) promptly arrived on the scene to conduct thorough inspections of both vessels, assessing the crews, ship documents, safety protocols, and any potential environmental pollution. KPLP personnel worked alongside KSOP Bakauheni to gather initial evidence as part of the formal investigation process. Reports indicate that the 'Viet Thuan 56-05' incurred damage to its port side foreship, while the 'CSSC Yuan Jing' sustained damage to its rear hull. Both ships were subsequently anchored in the North Bakauheni area to await further investigations. At around 10:15 a.m., the 'CSSC Yuan Jing' was moored at position 05° 47.014' S 105° 49.605' E, and the 'Viet Thuan 56-05' was located at 05° 46.379' S 105° 49.613' E. Fortunately, there have been no reports of leaks or oil spills, and all crew members have been confirmed to be in good health. For more detailed updates, visit the following links: [Report with Photos and Video](https://hubla.dephub.go.id/Indonesianmaritimesafetyinformation/page/news/read/22001/tubrukan-yang-terjadi-antara-mv-viet-thuan-56-05-dan-mv-cssc-yuan-jing-do-di-perairan-utara-tss-selat-sunda-the-collision-occurred-between-mv-viet-thuan-56-05-and-mv-cssc-yuan-jing-do-in-the-northern-waters-of-the-sunda-strait-tss) and [YouTube Coverage](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nMBpNsSZ68M).