The Somali navy reported the rescue of crew members from a distressed bulker. The incident occurred in Somalia, but details are incomplete.

There were 18 crew members on board the bulker, from India, Syria, and Egypt.

Bulker's Details

The bulker is identified as Jacuar (IMO 9181821) sailing under the flag of Saint Kitts and Nevis. It has a deadweight tonnage of 8,556 tons and measures 100 meters in length.

The cause of the bulker's grounding is unknown.

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