Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Happy-Buccaneer

A maritime incident occurred on October 16, 2024, when a vessel was beached at the coastal area of Aliaga. This event has drawn attention, with visual documentation circulating on social media. For those interested, you can view the footage and photos from the incident on Facebook through the following links: [Facebook Reel](https://www.facebook.com/reel/467948759209695) and [Facebook Photo](https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10160935661125036&set=gm.10163851482678943&idorvanity=6884293942). Keep an eye on developments regarding the ship and efforts to refloat it.

In a severe accident on February 23, a 55-year-old Portuguese sailor faced a life-changing injury while working on the heavy lift vessel, "Happy Buccaneer." The incident occurred when a spreader beam unintentionally fell, resulting in a crush injury that necessitated the amputation of his leg. Alongside him, a Filipino crew member sustained multiple injuries, including compound fractures in his leg and a broken pelvis. Immediate medical attention was provided by the Roy Hill emergency response team, who were on site at the time of the incident. Both injured sailors were subsequently airlifted to Perth by the Royal Flying Doctor Service for further treatment. At the time of the accident, the "Happy Buccaneer" was docked at Stanley Port as part of the Roy Hill South West Wharf construction project, having just completed the unloading of essential modules and equipment. The vessel was preparing to depart the port when the unfortunate event occurred. An investigation is currently being conducted by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority. Fortunately, the Pilbara Port Authority reported that the incident did not disrupt ongoing port operations. The "Happy Buccaneer" resumed its journey from Port Hedland on February 27.

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) is teaming up with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority to investigate a serious accident that occurred on the 'Happy Buccaneer' in Port Hedland. This unfortunate incident took place while the vessel was stationed at the Roy Hill South West Creek Wharf. It was during the operation of the ship's crane, used for moving a stack of steel pads, that one of the pads shifted and tragically pinned the legs of two crew members against a bulkhead. Emergency rescue teams were promptly dispatched and successfully freed the injured men, who were then transported to the local hospital to treat their leg injuries. Fortunately, both individuals are reported to be in stable condition and are set to be transferred to Perth for additional medical care. The ATSB has announced that it will be gathering evidence from both the ship and shore-related parties to compile a detailed report on the incident.