Please note today Oct 20th 0750hs, mv RT TANNAT run aground at Km 191 of Punta Indio Channel (River Plate)
As per pilots information, the vessel suffered a reduction on its speed and subsequent grounding.
Vessel partially obstructs the navigation channel (max width in the area 160 meters for crossing).
0820hs mv ELM ARROW (ballast condition) crosses the grounding area without inconveniences.
Next high tide 1330hs. Pilot will try to free from the grouding area.
m.v. RT TANNAT: Panamax (229/32,26/20,5). Sailing draft 10,36 meters (loaded with 45.790 mt of iron ore ex Nueva Palmira bound to Recalada).
We´ll keep you posted.