A KAMSARMAX-SIZED bulk carrier found to have a cracked hull will not be permitted to leave Australian waters until repairs are completed.
The 82,514 DWT, Marshall Islands-flagged Evangelistria (IMO 9442718) arrived at Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal at Hay Point, Queensland from Nantong, China on Saturday [27 September].
Upon berthing at DBCT Evangelistria a crack in the hull between Nos 3 and 4 holds was detected, with ballast water leaking from the fissure.
The ship was then detained by AMSA, which confirmed to DCN there are no further reports of marine pollution.
“AMSA will ensure that the vessel is repaired to Class satisfaction prior to departing Australian waters,” a spokesperson said.
“This detention reflects AMSA’s firm commitment to maritime safety, marine environment and its zero-tolerance approach to non-compliance. AMSA remains dedicated to ensuring that all vessels operating in Australian waters meet the highest standards of safety and environmental compliance.”
The 229 x 32-metre vessel was originally built in 2007 as Sea Voyager for the NYK Group, before being sold in 2016 to Amalfi Marine Inc with management by Pavimar SA of Greece according to Equasis. Last year ownership changed to Wasabi Trading Ltd, with the same management.
It is classed with BV and, again according to Equasis, completed its last renewal survey on 6 September this year, sailing the following day for Queensland. Insurance is with the North of England P&I Association.
The ship has undergone 63 pervious Port State Control inspections and been detained three times during its career, once in Canada in May 2022, and previously in Port Kembla in April 2021 and Gladstone in July 2017, mostly over minor matters.
DCN sought comment from DBCT, which referred us to parent Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure. No response had been received at time of publication. Evangelistria remains alongside DBCT as of 1500 hrs Tueday.