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Hoegh Osaka

The Hoegh Osaka cargo ship became grounded on Bramble Bank on Saturday 3rd January 2015.

The cargo ship, which was carrying around 1,400 vehicles and took onboard over 3,000 tons of water, remained in the Solent for 19 days before it was assisted back to Southampton on 22nd January 2015.

Below are articles relating to the grounding of the Hoegh Osaka.

Hoegh Osaka by Keith Thompson from Studio Rouge

10, January 2015·1 min read

Action taken to prevent Hoegh Osaka causing problems for Queen Mary 2

With the Queen Mary 2 coming into port, and 72 knot winds reported, the tugs had to act fast this morning after Hoegh Osaka dragged her anchor around 100m.

11, February 2015·1 min read

Another farewell to Hoegh Osaka (picture gallery)

After first grounding on Bramble Bank at the beginning of January, the Hoegh Osaka passed by the Isle of Wight earlier this week on her way to Falmouth for repairs.

22, January 2015·1 min read

Bye bye Hoegh Osaka: She’s on the move this afternoon

The cargo ship will be tugged to Southampton this afternoon.

23, April 2015·1 min read

Give yourself a giggle with this madcap take on Island events

Then check out this short compilation video of Justin Mason's six-second Vines, gathered together over the last nine months.

4, January 2015·2 min read

Grounded cargo ship being assessed for damage following dramatic rescue (photos)

The damage and stability of a cargo ship that ran aground in the Solent last night is being assessed this morning following a dramatic rescue operation.

7, January 2015·1 min read

Hoegh Osaka adrift due to high tide (Update: Video)

An operation with tugs is taking place to try and rescue the cargo ship which became grounded on the Brambles sandbank at the weekend. It is being moved to Portsmouth rather than Southampton but won't affect the ports.

17, March 2016·2 min read

Hoegh Osaka investigation: The consequence could have been a lot worse

Had Hoegh Osaka turned a few minutes earlier or later it would have literally ended up in deep water, affecting marine traffic to and from Southampton Docks, including cruise liners, cargo ships and supplies for the oil refinery.

Hoegh Osaka from the ferry by Keith Allso

8, January 2015·1 min read

Hoegh Osaka on the move again (HD photos)

Keith Thompson from Studio Rouge has shared some great photos of the Hoegh Osaka being moved yesterday and we hear on Twitter that she's on the move again now.

7, January 2015·1 min read

Hoegh Osaka taking in water due to slight crack in hull

One piece of construction equipment has moved and caused a slight crack in the hull which has resulted in more water being taken in that originally thought.

23, January 2015·1 min read

Hoegh Osaka: ‘Extraordinary dedication and courage’ shown

The Transport Secretary praises all those involved in the rescue and salvage operation of the stricken cargo ship, Hoegh Osaka.

8, January 2015·1 min read

Hoegh Osaka: 3,000 tons of water onboard

Work will start soon to pump the estimated 3,000 tons of water off the cargo ship. The removal of this water should reduce the vessel’s list say the MCA.

6, January 2015·1 min read

Hoegh Osaka: Hear live press conference

Find out what the latest plans are for the salvage operation of the stranded Hoegh Osaka cargo ship.

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