VILLA DE TAZACORTE

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Allision in Cadiz

Due to the strong winds with gusts of of 80 knots and heavy rains in the Bay of Cadiz, the ferry “Volcán de Timanfaya” (IMO: 9281334) has broken its stern moorings in the port of Cadiz on the morning of March 8, 2025, and has hit the “Villa de Tazacorte”, causing damage to its hull and paint. The RCC of Salvamento Marítimo in Cádiz mobilized the SAR ship 'María Zambrano' and contacted the port authorities, which mobilized pilots and two more tugs. The situation could be brought back to normal. The “Volcán de Timanfaya” was undergoing engine maintenance at the time of the incident.

Bunkertanker hit ferry

The Malta flagged tank m/v "Besiktas Pera" (IMO:9517458) was in collison with the "Superfast Baleares" when going alongside for bunkering purposes on Sep 1, 2011, in Valencia Port. The starboard side of the tanker's wheelhouse was damaged.