‘Hyundai’ container spotted off Similans
‘Hyundai’ container spotted off Similans — confirmed details at this stage for Phuket readers.
A large shipping container bearing the ‘Hyundai’ logo was found adrift off the Similan Islands in Phang Nga province on April 1, according to Thai maritime authorities. The discovery, reported by a passing tour boat, prompted officials to issue a navigation warning for vessels in the area north of Phuket.
Location and Response
The container was located approximately 15 nautical miles west of Similan Island No. 8, authorities said. Marine Department teams have been dispatched to monitor the site and assess any risks to shipping lanes.
Officials noted that the container’s registration markings matched records of a unit lost overboard from a cargo ship during recent heavy seas. No hazardous materials were identified among its listed contents, according to initial checks.
Source: https://www.thephuketnews.com/hyundai-container-spotted-off-similans-99777.php
