The Panama-flagged MSC Ines has been grounded in the Durban storm that continues to cause chaos for the South African city.
Videos online show tugs from the port trying to rescue the MSC Ines as the 340-metre long ship blocks the Durban harbour mouth after breaking free from its moorings.
The Port of Durban has suspended all vessel movements due to the weather.
TNPA said in a statement: “The inclement weather is also expected to disrupt operations at the Port of Richards Bay. Transnet’s marine services team and tugboats are assisting with several emergencies.
#Panama flag MSC INES is one of at least 4 #ships having trouble in #DurbanStorm . #storm remains ongoing and the situation very fluid. pic.twitter.com/fD6KDBZsdi
— ROB PERKINS (@lloydscasualty) October 10, 2017
“Other vessels have broken mooring lines and are drifting in the channel. Whilst we are still in the process of determining damage to port infrastructure. Several TNPA premises have been flooded including the Transnet Maritime School of Excellence in Bayhead Road.
“We have assured all stakeholders of our urgent attention and allocation of resources to address these challenges. We will continue to monitor the situation closely via Port Control and the Harbour Masters’ offices, and will keep stakeholders updated.”
#DurbanStorm #durbanfloods #DurbanWeather entrance to Durban Port pic.twitter.com/RcFAqpo3fi
— KS (@KwaneleSandiswa) October 10, 2017