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A fresh charter agreement has been established for the upcoming months, spanning from 4 to 7 months. The vessel is scheduled to depart from Xingang between December 15 to December 17, with a competitive charter rate set at $12,000 per day. This strategic move by NYK continues to demonstrate their robust presence in the maritime industry.

In a significant operation, the Colombian Navy intercepted the Liberian-flagged bulk carrier, Ping May, and uncovered 39.8 kilograms of cocaine on board. This operation took place when Coast Guard Station Santa Marta, in collaboration with CTI agents, conducted a thorough inspection of the vessel docked at Swamp – Magdalena. The team discovered two bags containing 40 individual packages of the illicit substance hidden within the chain locker. Confirmation from CTI staff in Magdalena verified that the seized material tested positive for cocaine hydrochloride, weighing in at an alarming 39.8 kilograms. The Ping May, built in 2010, made its journey to Colombia from England and was en route to Rotterdam, Netherlands. This marks the fifth instance of a foreign cargo ship being linked to drug trafficking activities at the port of Santa Marta this year. Notably, the Colombian Navy has successfully intercepted over 28 tons of cocaine in the Caribbean region throughout 2023, showcasing their ongoing commitment to combat drug smuggling.