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Wednesday
October 21, 2026
The Port Journal

Real Life Incident: Off-Center Cargo Stowage Prevents Closing Of Hatch Covers

Uneven iron ore loading twisted a Panamax bulk carrier’s hull, preventing three hatch covers from closing until the cargo was re-trimmed.

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Real Life Incident: Off-Center Cargo Stowage Prevents Closing Of Hatch Covers
Photo: Marine Insight

Uneven iron ore loading twisted a Panamax bulk carrier’s hull, preventing three hatch covers from closing until the cargo was re-trimmed.

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