Filipino Seaman Captain Faces Court in New Zealand

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A 44 year old Captain faces court in New Zealand as his ship is breaking up and spilling oil in New Zealand’s coast. A cargo ship that has spilled hundreds of tons of oil since striking a reef off New Zealand’s coast appeared to be breaking up in heavy seas, as its captain faced criminal charges in court Wednesday. About 70 containers have fallen off the deck of the 775-foot (236-meter) vessel as it has listed increasingly in the worsening ocean conditions. There were 1,368 containers on board, 11 of which contained hazardous substances, the maritime agency said. The containers with hazardous materials were not among the 70 that had fallen overboard. Still, it is highly likely that more containers will topple off because of the rough weather and the ship’s steep list, he said.

The 44-year-old Filipino captain, whose name has not been revealed publicly, was charged with operating a vessel in a manner causing unnecessary danger or risk and was released on bail Wednesday at Tauranga District Court. The ship’s second officer is to face a similar charge on Thursday. More Details

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