The Stadion-Ii: Crew Feedback and Vessel Data

In a significant maritime incident on June 30, 2024, the cargo vessel 'Stadion II' became grounded while navigating down the Paraná River. The grounding occurred at river kilometer 391, specifically at coordinates 33° 09.02' S and 060° 27.52' W. The ship was making its way from San Lorenzo, Argentina, to Angola, carrying a substantial cargo of 23,000 metric tons of maize along with approximately 5,000 metric tons of soybean meal when it veered off the main shipping canal, resulting in a draft of 9.86 meters. To aid in the recovery efforts, the tugboat 'Brutus' (MMSI: 701006670) was dispatched to provide assistance. Due to safety protocols, the Argentine Coast Guard has restricted navigation in the vicinity to daylight hours only, ensuring the area remains secure as efforts to refloat the vessel are underway.