Discovery-Bay-5
IMO: 9160451
Passenger Ship, Hong Kong
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Vessel Details
MMSI
477995041
Callsign
VRS4228
Width
12.0 m
Length
42.0 m
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Ethan
2024-11-09
Position: Steward
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Latest News (1)
Five injured in ferry allision in Hongkong
Five people were injured when the "Discovery Bay 5" allided with the Discovery Bay Ferry Pier in the night of Apr 3, 2017. The ferry carrying 285 passengers had departed from Central at 8 p.m. Upon arrival at Lantau Island. It smashed a row of glass windows at the Discovery Bay Ferry Pier on Plaza Lane when it was about to moor at 8.40 p.m. Four people were injured by glass splinters. A 47-year old woman complaining of neck pain was seen being helped to sit down before she was taken to North Lantau Hospital. Others who had been injured did not ask for treatment at the site. The Marine Department believed the incident might be related to an engine failure, and it was following up the matter. The weather conditions were fine at the time of the accident. The ferry suffered extensive bow damage. Reports with photo: http://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education-community/article/2084472/five-ferry-passengers-injured-crash-hong-kong https://www.fleetmon.com/maritime-news/2017/17799/hong-kong-ferry-accident-witness-report/
Frequently Asked Questions
🤕 Were there any injuries or accidents on Discovery-Bay-5?
Based on available news reports, Discovery-Bay-5 has been mentioned in connection with injury-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning injury incidents. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
🛠️ Did Discovery-Bay-5 experience any breakdowns or mechanical failures?
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⚙️ Did Discovery-Bay-5 have any engine problems?
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💥 Was Discovery-Bay-5 involved in any collisions?
Based on available news reports, Discovery-Bay-5 has been mentioned in connection with collision-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning collisions. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.