If you have insured cargo on board the following vessels and would like us to assist you in pursuing any claims arising from these incidents (or any similar cases), or if you require assistance in providing GA or salvage guarantees, please contact us as soon as possible.
Date: 15th February 2011 Type: Grounding Voyage: Spain/Portugal
Reports have been received that UK flag vessel K-WAVE (7170gt built 2007) has run aground this morning off the southern coast of Spain.
The container vessel generally operates between ports in Spain and Portugal, but she is likely to have transhipment cargo on board for various ports around the world.
We understand that salvage teams have been quickly mobilised and various rescue vessels are en route to the scene of the incident.
It is possible that a salvage claim will be made against the owners/insurers of the cargo on board this vessel. It is also possible that general average will be declared.