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An LPG carrier, Gas Harmony, experienced mechanical failure while berthing at the United Tank Terminal jetty in Chattogram at 10:40 am, carrying 5,085 metric tonnes of liquefied gas. The vessel lost control and drifted close to the KAFCO ammonia jetty.

CPA's Assistant Harbour Master, Captain Asif Ahmed, intervened by using anchors and tugboats to halt the ship 1.2 metres from the jetty, preventing a potential disaster. The situation was monitored by senior port officials via the Vessel Traffic Management System, ensuring no major damage occurred. Captain Asif received a letter of appreciation from the vessel's master for his actions.