Bulk Carrier Goes Out of Control After Losing Power

Capt. John

A bulk carrier carrying timber loses its way after unexpected power off while leaving Tauranga, New Zealand.  The ship is anchored and to undergo inspection to check if the there is a contact to buoy by rudder/propeller during mishap.

What happened? 

Bulk carrier FUNING loaded with timber, went out of control after losing power at around 1245 UTC Jul 5, while leaving Tauranga, New Zealand, with pilot on board.

The ship was anchored in Tauranga Channel waters with assistance of two tugs.

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