Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Mei-Hua-Hai

On July 15, 2015, at approximately 3 p.m., a significant maritime incident unfolded in the English Channel when the bulk carrier 'Cape Canada' collided with the container ship 'Mei Hua Hai'. The collision occurred around 30 nautical miles from Lizard, while both vessels were navigating southward. A miscalculation by the duty officer led to the unfortunate contact between the two ships in the busy fairway of the Channel. Following the collision, both vessels sustained damage to their hulls and were left adrift until UK Coast Guard officials conducted a thorough inspection. Fortunately, the assessment showed that both ships remained seaworthy, allowing them to continue on their respective journeys. The 'Cape Canada' was traveling from Dunkerque to Sept-Îles, while the 'Mei Hua Hai' was bound for Baltimore from Hamburg. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilant navigation in crowded maritime passages.