A Japanese-owned cargo ship collided with a Chinese fishing vessel in the Singapore Strait late last week, though the latter was able to remain afloat and continue sailing long enough to reach port.
The mishap occurred on Thursday, September 17, when the bow of the Panamanian-flagged First Margaux struck the stern of Luqing Yuanyu 108 while both were westbound within the strait and headed for the Strait of Malacca.
Reports said the area was experiencing heavy traffic due to a number of other vessels, leaving little room for manoeuvring.
Video of the incident showed the Chinese fishermen on board Luqing Yuanyu 108 shouting as the distance narrowed between the two vessels. The larger First Margaux hit Luqing Yuanyu 108's stern quarter, pushing her sideways and causing her to tilt noticeably.
There have been no reports of significant damage or injury on either vessel, and Luqing Yuanyu 108's subsequent AIS track showed her reaching a berth in Singapore.
The bulk carrier meanwhile continued on her westbound journey for two hours before she turned around and headed back for Singapore, eventually dropping anchor.