Cargo ship damaged off Australian Coast

Jul 16, 2008 0 Comments by nathan
M/V ATLANTIC EAGLE (Courtesey of Peter Karberg)

M/V ATLANTIC EAGLE (Courtesey of Peter Karberg)

The Greek bulk carrier ATLANTIC EAGLE reportedly struck an unknown submerged object near Albany in Australia, suffering damage to its steering system. No pollution has been reported, and it appears the ship was able to proceed to anchor to investigate the damage.

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Nathan Menefee is an active duty Lieutenant serving in the U.S. Coast Guard, stationed in the San Francisco Bay area. He also holds an Unlimited Third Mate's License, and possesses a QMED and Tankerman PIC endorsement. He is a 2002 graduate of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy.