We have received reports that the " IDEEFIXE", a 2015 built bulk carrier flying the Marshall Islands flag, has grounded off Douala.
It is carrying a cargo loaded in Canada and was bound for Douala and Owendo.
The vessel requires professional assistance from salvors and Lloyds Open Form has been signed with Smit.
It is also possible that General Average will be declared.
So far as any recovery is concerned, we have identified the vessel's P&I Club.
If your own guarantees are not acceptable to salvors we can also assist you in arranging salvage security to secure any salvage claims, with a bail fee from 0.5% of the guarantee amount.
If you would like assistance in dealing with any claims for salvage, potential GA claims and recovery of your losses, please do contact us.
Details
Casualty date: July 2016
Casualty type: Grounding
Vessel type: Bulk Carrier
Year built: 2015
GRT: 36,286
Voyage to/from: Canada to West African ports
Cargo: Grain
Vessel IMO number: 9700677
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