Dramatic Video: Huge Bulk Freighter Sinks

iambecomelife · 07-26-20, 03:49 PM

The Bulk Carrier "Stellar Banner" was recently scuttled after running aground bc of a navigational error. Salvage crews managed to remove about half of the iron ore on board, but the ship could not be saved; the bottom plating damage left her beyond economical repair.

The force of the sinking blows tons of ore into the air, and the whole funnel gets ripped off as she goes under.

Based on the name, I believe she is a fleet-mate of another ore carrier, the "Stellar Daisy", which recently sank with heavy loss of life. Bulkers can obviously be dangerous ships if they are not properly maintained.

Warning: the cameraman gets a little loud at the end!

07-26-20, 03:49 PM	#1
iambecomelife Silent Hunter Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 4,706 Downloads: 300 Uploads: 0	Dramatic Video: Huge Bulk Freighter Sinks The Bulk Carrier "Stellar Banner" was recently scuttled after running aground bc of a navigational error. Salvage crews managed to remove about half of the iron ore on board, but the ship could not be saved; the bottom plating damage left her beyond economical repair. The force of the sinking blows tons of ore into the air, and the whole funnel gets ripped off as she goes under. Based on the name, I believe she is a fleet-mate of another ore carrier, the "Stellar Daisy", which recently sank with heavy loss of life. Bulkers can obviously be dangerous ships if they are not properly maintained. Warning: the cameraman gets a little loud at the end! __________________ https://www.facebook.com/WolvesoftheKaiser/