Working Conditions Aboard the Ene-Vision

In a triumphant operation, the offshore vessel 'Ene Visión' has been successfully refloated after being stranded for eight days at the entrance of Luperón Bay. On the morning of February 17, with assistance from the high tide at 9 a.m., the tug 'Advent Bay' played a crucial role in freeing the vessel, despite facing challenges such as snapped towing lines on two occasions. This successful maneuver was made possible by strict adherence to established protocols and the collaboration of various local authorities. A command center was set up to orchestrate the refloating efforts, ensuring safety and efficiency throughout the operation. Key organizations involved in this operation included the Dominican Republic Navy, the Dominican Port Authority, Luperón Fire Department, and the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources. For a detailed report with visuals capturing the operation, visit: https://loosecannon.substack.com/p/ship-freed-from-rocks-at-luperon?r=nzq2r&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&fbclid=Iwb21leAQC7JljbGNrBALsWWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHkMwlsMMV7GXxGir1RBEu3wJKtphyNiX5s_F6to-UXJr5koge20Ct7s9Pch1_aem_Qy372HTgBK_QwluuhpJz2g&triedRedirect=true

On February 15, the tugboat 'Advent Bay' (IMO 7301271) made a renewed effort to rescue the stranded vessel 'ENE Vision' from its precarious position on the reef. The tug departed from Los Calderas on February 12 and reached Puerto Plata on February 15, ready to take on the challenging task. Unfortunately, the salvage operation faced obstacles and was ultimately suspended once more without achieving its goal. This latest attempt highlights the ongoing challenges in the rescue of the 'ENE Vision'.

On February 9, 2026, maritime operations faced an unexpected setback when the supply vessel 'ENE Vision', which was transporting the pusher tug 'Miss Ramona' (MMSI: 367431720) and towing a barge, ran aground at the rocky entrance of Grecia Bay in Luperón, Dominican Republic. The incident occurred shortly after the vessel departed from Amelua Shipyard in Louisiana, headed toward Puerto Plata, when it encountered engine difficulties at dawn. In response to the emergency, the tug and towed barge were successfully disconnected, allowing a nearby 18-foot panga powered by a 70 hp engine and a larger fishing vessel to maneuver the barge safely into the harbor. Local Navy officers offered assistance; however, despite their efforts, the 'ENE Vision' became stranded on a reef during an ebbing tide and was pushed against the shoreline by increasing wind and wave activity throughout the day. Despite attempts to tow the vessel back to deeper waters using two tugs, the efforts were thwarted as the tow lines failed. One of the assisting tugs mistakenly grounded on a nearby shoal but managed to refloat itself. A RoRo vessel also came to offer assistance but was ultimately unable to engage in the rescue. The salvage operation extended into the early hours of February 10, coinciding with high tide at 3 a.m. Unfortunately, the situation worsened when the hull of the 'ENE Vision' sustained damage, leading to fuel leaks as it remained lodged on the rocks. Contingency plans were mobilized to detach the pusher tug from the stricken ship prior to further salvage attempts. Authorities, including the Dominican Navy, Port Authority, Ministry of the Environment, and the 911 National Emergency System, implemented a green alert across the northern coastal regions from Manzanillo to Cabo San Rafael due to hazardous swells, with wave heights potentially reaching 10 feet in certain areas. The Dominican Institute of Meteorology warned that these swells could persist for 24 to 48 hours before subsiding. Originally identified as the 'HOS Crossfire', the 'ENE Vision' was previously owned by Hornbeck Offshore. Although it was reportedly listed in layup status, the Equasis record had not yet reflected its new name or ownership. Marked with "Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic" on its stern, the vessel now faces significant scrutiny, as environmental and economic implications loom for the Luperón Bay area. For images and further updates on the situation, you can visit the following links: [Loose Cannon Report](https://loosecannon.substack.com/p/carrying-a-tug-and-towing-a-barge?r=nzq2r&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&fbclid=Iwb21leAP4b9VjbGNrA_hv02V4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHp7aqtBTXRoucMziwnRAu3VTvwBJp1rnIng2onu1Zv5IBuycZ6cq9vNREmcJ_aem_8D4BhjZoBf7o-yVVnI7U7w&triedRedirect=true) or [El Pregonero](https://elpregonerord.com/barco-carguero-encalla-en-puerto-plata-en-medio-de-fuerte-oleaje/).