Marine safety investigations & reports
Contact with wharf fender by the livestock carrier Angus Express at Broome, Western Australia on 20 April 2018
343-MO-2018-006

Summary
The ATSB is investigating the contact with wharf by the livestock carrier Angus Express at Broome, Western Australia on 20 April 2018.
The ship berthed starboard side alongside the wharf at low tide on slack water. After the ship was alongside the wharf, a tug was used to keep it alongside two Yokohama fenders, while the mooring lines were run. As the tug applied minimum weight amidships, the forward fender compressed and went under the fender posts.
As a consequence, the ship's bow moved towards the wharf. The pilot ordered the tug to stop pushing, but a deck apendage overhanging the ship's side came into contact with a fixed wharf fender, causing minimal damage.
As part of the investigation, the ATSB will interview the involved parties and gather additional information. A final report will be released at the end of the investigation.
Should a critical safety issue be identified during the course of the investigation, the ATSB will immediately notify those affected and seek safety action to address the issue.
General details
Date: | 20 April 2018 | Investigation status: | Active | ||
Time: | 0712 WST | Investigation level: | Short - click for an explanation of investigation levels | ||
Location (show map): | Broome | Investigation phase: | Final report: External review | ||
State: | Western Australia | ||||
Report status: | Pending | Occurrence category: | Incident | ||
Anticipated completion: | 1st Quarter 2019 | Highest injury level: | None |
Vessel details
Operator | Livestock Express | |
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Vessel | Angus Express | |
Flag | Luxembourg | |
IMO | 9167057 | |
Sector | Other | |
Type of operation | Berthing | |
Damage to vessel | Minor | |
Departure point | Singapore | |
Destination | Broome, WA |