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Chattogram Port Authority Pilot Averts LPG Carrier Accident at Karnaphuli Channel

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The Chattogram Port Authority successfully averted a potential disaster when the LPG carrier Gas Harmony experienced mechanical failure while berthing at the United Tank Terminal jetty. Assistant Harbour Master Captain Asif Ahmed intervened, using anchors and tugboats to halt the drifting vessel just 1.2 meters from the KAFCO ammonia jetty. His actions were commended by the vessel's master, highlighting effective monitoring by port officials via the Vessel Traffic Management System.

Chattogram Port Authority Pilot Averts LPG Carrier Accident at Karnaphuli Channel
Jan 21, 2026, 3:15 PM

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