Disabled container ship towed to Durban

Container ship BARRIER reportedly ran aground late Apr 6 or early Apr 7 while leaving Beira, Mozambique, where she was anchored since early March. The ship was disabled, not clear if it was related to grounding, and towed to Durban, arriving at Durban Anchorage on Apr 13.
Container ship BARRIER, IMO 9151917, dwt 14357, capacity 1104 TEU, built 1998, flag Portugal, manager JEBSEN SHIPPING P MANAGEMENT.

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Erofey is a Merchant Marine Captain with more than 20 years experience in commanding oil tankers. He works as a Captain, being most of his time at sea. He contributes maritime news.