Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Mt-Samudra-Sindo-38

On August 25, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. WITA, the cargo vessel 'Samudra Sindo 38' encountered engine trouble and ultimately ran aground off the coast of Bolo Village in Mantoh District, Banggai Regency, Central Sulawesi. The vessel, which found itself at coordinates 01°03.018' S, 123°17.724' E, had 14 crew members onboard, all of whom were reported safe following the incident. Initial reports indicated that the ship experienced engine failure around 3:30 p.m. WITA. Due to the sea depth of approximately 1600 meters, the vessel could not drop anchor and began drifting to position 01°00.825' S, 123°00.300' E. As severe weather conditions set in, it drifted approximately 13 nautical miles from its initial location, eventually settling at the same coordinates where it ran aground. Despite attempts to refloat the ship around 3 p.m. WITA, strong winds hindered recovery efforts, leading to concerns about maritime safety. Fortunately, there was no immediate risk of pollution given that the 'Samudra Sindo 38' was unloaded at the time. Authorities are now focused on assessing the situation and determining the next steps for the stranded vessel.