August18 , 2026

    RCL Confirms MV NAWATA BHUM Refloated and Resumes Service

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    Regional Container Lines (RCL) has provided a further update on the MV NAWATA BHUM, following the incident on the Hooghly River in India on August 12, 2026.

    RCL confirmed that the vessel was successfully refloated on August 13 and has since resumed her voyage and service.

    The company also confirmed that all crew members onboard are safe, with no injuries reported. There was no damage to the cargo carried onboard the vessel.

    Following the completion of the necessary inspections and assessments, MV NAWATA BHUM was cleared to continue her voyage.

    RCL said the safety of its crew, vessels and cargo remains its highest priority and thanked all concerned parties for their support and cooperation following the incident.

    The successful refloating and resumption of service bring the incident to a safe conclusion, with the vessel and cargo continuing their journey as planned.