The container that exploded on Yang Ming’s ship YM Mobility on 9 August was reportedly booked by the Taiwanese operator’s fellow THE Alliance member HMM.
The incident, which occurred around 1.40 pm local time that day, originated from a reefer that was used to carry dry goods, according to Yang Ming.
The container has been speculated to have been carrying lithium-ion batteries or organic peroxides, which are flammable.
An HMM spokesperson told Container News: “We’re waiting for an official...
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