New-Diamond Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

On July 6, 2021, a ship was beached at Gadani, a well-known shipbreaking yard located in Pakistan. The event has drawn attention within the maritime industry and local communities. More details, including images from the site, can be found on the official Facebook page of Gaddani Ship Breaking Yard. This incident highlights the ongoing activities and developments in the shipbreaking sector, an essential part of the global maritime industry.

In a recent development, a vessel that suffered fire damage has been sold to breakers. Following the incident, the ship has been placed under tow for delivery to the scrapping yard, where it will be dismantled. The decision to sell comes in the wake of extensive damage sustained during the fire, marking a significant end to its operational life.

On April 9, 2023, Sri Lanka formally submitted a compensation claim to the Greek owners of the 'New Diamond' following a severe maritime incident. The oil tanker caught fire in September 2020, resulting in a significant spill that spread across 40 kilometers off the Sri Lankan coast. The legal action targets Porto Emporios Shipping Inc, the firm responsible for the vessel, with Sri Lankan authorities seeking $17.38 million for environmental damages caused by the spill. This latest claim is supplementary to previous requests for reimbursement related to extensive firefighting operations and a fine imposed on the ship's captain for negligence in reporting the environmental incident. Last week, a conclusive report detailing the damages was delivered to Sri Lanka's Attorney General. The Attorney General’s office, alongside various government entities, including the Marine Environment Protection Authority, collaborated extensively to prepare this report, further emphasizing the nation's commitment to addressing environmental protection.