Tug under way to take disabled bulker on tow, South Atlantic

September 8, 2021 Maritime Safety News

Bulk carrier ZILOS, disabled by explosion on Aug 31, as of Sep 7 is still adrift, understood she’s to be towed to Montevideo by offshore tug RG WARRIOR (MMSI 701120000). Captain of bulk carrier reported to MRCC Uruguay, according to local sources, that the crew will be able to restart engine and the ship will reach Montevideo under own power, but it seems unlikely.
Initial news: https://www.fleetmon.com/maritime-news/2021/35129/bulk-carrier-fire-after-explosion-adrift-south-atl/

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