A small containership, CMA CGM Balboa, struck a pier at the Port of Barranquilla, Colombia, on October 2, 2024 morning due to a mechanical failure.
Per the local media, the incident occurred at 00:40 hours, when the ship became adrift and hit the terminal at the port’s small container facility.
The port authorities confirmed that no injuries or pollution were reported. A quick response team consisting of four tugboats was dispatched to assist the vessel,...