MSC Baltic III Grounds in Newfoundland

On Feb 15, the container ship MSC Baltic III, Montreal for Cornerbrook, was sailing off the coast of Newfoundland when it lost power and drifted onto the shore. The 20 crew were rescued by an RCAF Cormorant out of Gander.

T&T marine salvage have been hired by MSC, and the coast guard is standing by, however work is being hampered by weather

View our Initial report:

And Latest update.

Crews are currently evaluating the situation. No pollution has been detected, however several containers have been damaged. and the hull is showing signs of stress.

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