MSA Investigates Cargo Hold Water Ingress on MV ECO

After the MSA patrol boat docked alongside the MV ECO, officers questioned the captain and the chief mate. The following is a record of the inquiry:

Q: What were the deck department's operations on the MV ECO at 1450hrs on August 03, 2023? Was there any deck flushing operation?

A: The crew was washing the hatch covers, and the water flowed into the cargo hold. The water discharged from the stern of the ship was cooling water from the cable crane.

Q: What was the status of the cargo hatch cover during the ship's voyage at 1450hrs yesterday?

A: The hatch cover was partially open, and the captain conducted a self-inspection before sailing.

Following the inquiry, the MSA officer conducted a brief visual inspection of the deck before departing.