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A small Malaysian product tanker went out of control of the tugs that were relocating the ship on Wednesday, September 2, and became wedged up against a highway bridge. Authorities are saying the damage was only minor, but drivers crossing the Sungai Johor Bridge were concerned as they saw the 5,643-dwt tanker heading for the bridge.
The Maritime Department believes the tanker SMF Ixora was being relocated early Wednesday afternoon while at the Benzmark Marine Shipyard in Johor, Malaysia. The tanker is 100 meters (328 feet) in length and used for bunkering operations.
“The tugboat escorting the vessel was reportedly unable to control its movement due to the strong current and limited towing capacity,” said the Marine Department in a statement. Citing the strong current, they said the vessel began to drift on the Johor River.
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