Km-London Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

On April 5, 2020, the cargo vessel 'KM London,' after departing from the COMPAS terminal in Barranquilla, faced an unexpected grounding in the picturesque Bocas de Ceniza at approximately 1:50 p.m. while making its way to Paradip. Thanks to the swift response from three tugs, the Coastguard, and a marine pilot, the vessel was successfully refloated in just 40 minutes. By 6 p.m., 'KM London' anchored safely at coordinates 11° 5.82' N, 074° 55.35' W, just off Bocas de Ceniza, for a detailed investigation into the incident. Fortunately, the grounding did not pose any threat to the marine environment and did not disrupt operations at the Barranquilla port terminal.

The bulk carrier KM London is currently docked in Longview, where it is in the final stages of internal repairs, specifically in BW Tank No.1 on the starboard side and the fore peak area. The anticipated timeline for these repairs is set for completion by January 29. Following these adjustments, the vessel will set sail for its discharge port in Japan before heading to dry-dock for further repairs in Asia.

As of December 20, the bulk carrier KM London continues to sit idle at berth 7 in the Port of Longview, adhering to strict Coast Guard directives preventing its departure after a grounding incident near Stella. While updates on the vessel's condition were pending as of December 18, the Coast Guard and its representative, Transmarine Navigation, had not provided further details. Notably, Transmarine is no longer involved in the situation. Reports indicate that the vessel has sustained damage, evident from leaks observed in the bow area after the grounding. An investigation into the incident remains ongoing, with the Coast Guard office in Astoria unable to provide a timeline for concluding their inquiry or for lifting the current