By A. Dimitriou, featured image by Xinde Maritime
Incident Overview
On December 3, 2025, the bulk carrier HUA DE 858, registered under the Chinese flag (MMSI: 413201510), encountered a major maritime accident near North Riyao, Xinghua Bay, Fujian Province, China. While navigating the Taiwan Strait, the vessel ran aground and subsequently broke apart. The Fuzhou Maritime Search and Rescue Center responded swiftly, coordinating rescue operations and managing maritime traffic in the area.
Key Facts:
- Date of Incident: December 3, 2025
- Location: North Riyao, Xinghua Bay, Fujian Province, China
- Vessel: HUA DE 858 (Bulk Carrier, 97 x 16 meters, MMSI: 413201510)
- Crew: 12 (all safely evacuated)
- Cause: Under investigation by maritime authorities
- Response: Fuzhou Maritime Bureau issued navigation warnings and coordinated rescue efforts
- Status: Vessel broke apart; no casualties or pollution reported
Vessel Information
- Name: HUA DE 858
- Type: Bulk Carrier (Cargo)
- Flag: China
- MMSI: 413201510
- Call Sign: BPDU8
- Dimensions: 97 meters length, 16 meters beam
Rescue and Investigation
All crew members were safely evacuated to shore. The Fuzhou Maritime Bureau continues to investigate the cause of the grounding and breakup. At the time of the incident, it was en route from Fuzhou to Haikou on December 3 (it left Caofeidian fully loaded on November 28).
Why This Incident Matters
The HUA DE 858 incident highlights the importance of maritime safety and emergency preparedness in busy shipping lanes like the Taiwan Strait. The successful rescue of all crew members demonstrates effective coordination between local authorities and maritime rescue teams.
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