The harsh weather has
already caused one vessel to run aground and another to lose 44 containers
overboard, with an additional 30 damaged.
CMA CGM SA reported
that its vessel, CMA CGM Benjamin Franklin, encountered unexpectedly harsh
weather off the South African coast earlier this week, causing container losses and damage. The ship remains seaworthy,
and no casualties or pollution have been reported.
The vessel is on its
way to Cape Town for an assessment and necessary safety measures before
continuing its journey.