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- First View : KING BEANS
- Skipper’s lack of weather conditions awareness cause of Robben Island vessel near sinking–SAMSA
- Transport minister Amaechi challenges stakeholders to improve Nigerian maritime industry
- CMA CGM’s Rodolphe Saadé reunites the position of chairman & CEO of the Board
- MSC Cruises introduces Marine Safari Expreience to Pomene Bay visits
- CMF hosts Indian Ocean & Gulf of Aden counter-piracy conference
- HMS Sutherland to deploy to Asia Pacific
- Mission to Seafarers Expresses Delight and Relief at Release of Chennai Six
- Port Authority Clarifies ‘Oil Spill’ Video
- Expected Ship Arrivals and Ships in Port
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One must wonder about the reason or background as to why this ship received the name that she carries, KING BEANS. On the other hand, we’ve seen even more strange and exotic names given to ships that have called in South African ports over the years. As far as King Beans is concerned, the 28,642-dwt bulker was built in 2010 at the Shimanami Shipyard at Imabari, Japan and is owned by Japanese interests (a company listed as Ambitious Line SA) and managed by Shikishima Kisen also of Imabari although the ship flies the Panama flag. Here the 169-metre long, 27m wide bulk carrier is seen sailing from port on 13 November, bound for South East Asia to which she is currently en route. This picture is by Trevor Jones
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SKIPPER’S LACK OF WEATHER CONDITIONS AWARENESS CAUSE OF ROBBEN ISLAND VESSEL NEAR SINKING: SAMSA
The South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) has completed a preliminary enquiry on the passenger vessel THANDI which encountered bad weather on its way back from Robben Island two months ago.
See report in Africa PORTS & SHIPS Drama in Table Bay as Robben Island ferry takes on list
On the afternoon of 15 September 2017, Thandi, an under 25GT small passenger vessel departed Murray Harbour (on Robben Island) for the Nelson Mandela Gateway in the V & A Waterfront. The vessel was carrying 65 Passengers and five crew.
Shortly after departure to Robben Island, the vessel started taking on water. The skipper…[restrict] issued a distress call which was received by Port Control. The National Sea Rescue Institute were activated and responded with a number of rescue vessels.
All crew and passengers were disembarked from the Thandi and returned to Nelson Mandela Gateway on the Class VI passenger vessel Madiba 1 or on the NSRI vessel Rescue 3. No one was injured.
SAMSA Chief Operating Officer Sobantu Tilayi confirmed that the preliminary report found the accident was due to the skipper being unaware of prevailing weather conditions on the day.
Before the boat departed, neither the appropriate forecasted weather nor the prevailing weather conditions were taken into account.
The vessel was overcome by the rough sea conditions prevalent on the day of the incident.
“Now that the report has been completed, we will continue with remedial steps to avert a similar crisis,” said Tilayi. He confirmed the owners of the vessel have indicated that the boat would be repaired.
The preliminary investigation has determined that a possible sequence of events may be as follows:
* Vessel was moving into rough weather when leaving Robben Island – strong wind and high seas/ swell from slightly to port.
* There was a significant amount of water washing onto the bow of the vessel, likely more on the port side.
* Water could have leaked into the chain locker space at a faster rate than could drain out.
* Water washing up against the accommodation specifically on the port side may have leaked into the front below deck compartment.
* It appears water may have entered the port engine compartment space via the electrical cable ducting running from the port chain locker.
* Water may have entered the engine compartment through the engine room vent.
* The port engine compartment bilge alarm was triggered.
* The skipper stopped the port engine and then could not restart it.
* As the vessels list increased to port and trimmed further by the head, the front windows, port and starboard were broken by waves coming over the bow.
* The water washing in through the front windows added to the water on the port side, forward.
* With the vessel being bow down and a port list the flow of water into the chain locker and the forward port watertight compartment would have increased.[/restrict]
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TRANSPORT MINISTER AMAECHI CHALLENGES STAKEHOLDERS TO IMPROVE NIGERIAN MARITIME INDUSTRY
Nigeria’s transportation minister, Chibuike Amaechi has challenged stakeholders in the Nigerian maritime industry to bring about improvements up to international best practices.
In a speech presented on his behalf by the director of Maritime Services of the Ministry of Transportation, Alhaji Sani Galadanchi, Amaechi said that stakeholders in the maritime industry should collaborate with the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) as well as the Federal Ministry of Transportation in bringing this about.
He said the Federal Government would provide the right conditions for the private sector to operate effectively in the maritime sector.
“The council appreciates its stakeholders, particularly sister government agencies, shipping services providers, shippers, freight forwarders and so on. The NSC is the port sector’s economic regulator,” Amaechi said.
He congratulated the NSC for its continuous engagement with stakeholders, saying that this provided the means of identifying additional values within the maritime industry.
Executive Secretary of the NSC, Hassan Bello said the council provided the balance necessary to ease the way of doing business at the ports.
“Port operations require synergy because there is need for unity, co-operation and integration to enable both government and stakeholders to have smooth operations,” Bello said.
“We are grateful to the stakeholders because anytime we call on them, they always answer, which has brought tremendous growth to the industry,” he said.
Bello said that the NSC was also working with shipping lines, shipowners and terminal operators and had even signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), with regards the improvement of road access and its effect on port operations.
In 2018 the council will be involved with data collection in conjunction with the Nigerian Bureau of Statistics. Efforts will be geared toward issues affecting ports operations and analysing seamless transportation.
He commended the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for ensuring the security of Nigerians by intercepting smuggled ammunition at the ports.
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CMA CGM’S RODOLPHE SAADÉ REUNITES THE POSITION OF CHAIRMAN & CEO OF THE BOARD
The Board of Directors of the French Group CMA CGM, a worldwide leading shipping company, met on Friday (24 November) to effect a change in governance of the Group and to examine the third quarter 2017 financial results.
Change in governance
In a statement the company said that in accordance with the wishes of Jacques Saadé and after having reunited the positions of CEO and Chairman of the Board, the Board of Directors has decided to appoint Rodolphe Saadé to the position of Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of the CMA CGM Group, and Jacques Saadé as Founder-Chairman.
“To prepare the future, last February 7th I appointed Rodolphe Saadé to the position of Chief Executive Officer. His strategy has…[restrict] delivered very good operational and financial results. The Group is strong. I am very confident in its future,” said Jacques Saadé. “That is why I have decided to entrust to Rodolphe the Chairmanship of the Group in addition to his current responsibilities as CEO. He has the full support of the Board of Directors, the management team and the 29,000 employees with whom he will pursue the development of the CMA CGM Group, to which I dedicated my entire life.”
Rodolphe Saadé, now Chairman and CEO of the CMA CGM Group, responded by saying, “My father’s decision is an historic one for our Group which became a key global player under his chairmanship. Jacques Saadé is both an extraordinary entrepreneur and visionary. I will pursue with determination the development of our group and strengthen its position as a leader.”
Third Quarter Financial Results
During the third quarter, volumes carried by CMA CGM experienced a strong growth of 11.6% in comparison with Q3 2016. During the period, CMA CGM carried close to 5 million containers, a record figure. CMA CGM said this increase can be explained by the strong growth in volumes carried through the OCEAN Alliance, on the Asia-USA and Asia-Europe routes, as well as on most of the North-South and Intraregional routes.
The increase in freight rates seen at the beginning of the year has continued through this quarter, enabling an increase of 14.4% in average revenue per container carried.
As a result, revenues in the third quarter of 2017 have sharply risen by 27.7% to US$ 5.7 billion.
CMA CGM recently hit the headlines with news that it was equipping nine of its ultra large container vessels of 22,000 TEU capacity with engines that use liquefied natural gas (LNG). The French line will become the first in the world to place in service containerships operating with LNG as a means of protecting the environment and encouraging ocean conservation. These ships will begin entering service from 2020.[/restrict]
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MSC CRUISES INTRODUCES MARINE SAFARI EXPERIENCE TO POMENE BAY VISITS
MSC Cruises, the Swiss-based world’s largest privately owned cruise line and brand market leader in Europe, South America as well as South Africa, announced last week the opening of a new unparalleled marine safari experience destination as part of its South Africa itineraries: Pomene Bay, in Mozambique.
Last Thursday (23 November) MSC SINFONIA called there for the first time as part of her inaugural season with Pomene as a destination.
Pomene Bay is a remote and unspoiled peninsula, 605 km north of Mozambique’s Capital Maputo and 170 km south of Vilanculos. It will offer a unique marine safari experience, complete with its own beach club, the MSC Pomene Safari Beach Club, exclusively for MSC Cruises guests sailing on MSC Sinfonia from Durban, South Africa.
“The addition to South African itineraries of Pomene Bay will be a game-changer for cruise holidays in the region. It is a reflection of our ongoing commitment to innovation, also when it comes to destinations and guest experiences,” said Pierfrancesco Vago, MSC Cruises’ Executive Chairman.
“Our vision for creating this unique marine safari experience is to give our guests exclusive access to some of the most beautiful and remote destinations in the world, as we are already doing for example with the Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve in the Caribbean. We want guests to discover the rich and varied marine life that inhabits the waters around Pomene Bay within a context that puts the preservation and respect of the local environment as our top, uncompromising priority.
“At MSC Cruises, as a company with over 300 years of seafaring tradition we have a passion for the sea and we respect the environment in which we operate,” he said. “For this reason, wherever possible we create opportunities to protect and preserve the natural habitat of some of the amazing destinations that we have the privilege to call. We hope that in the future we can establish Pomene Bay as an official marine reserve. In the meantime, we committed to developing its facilities in harmony with the natural surroundings and with a strong environmental focus. We are also working with the local community to ensure a positive, long-term impact.”
MSC Cruises developed this destination with careful consideration of the local ecology and economy and in close cooperation with the local community. There is a ‘no trash’ policy and all garbage will be taken back on board and delivered to the adequate port facilities in Durban. All construction and refurbishing works have been carried out in a way to protect the environmental integrity of the peninsula and an energy-efficient infrastructure will help put a sustainable operation in place. To create a positive economic impact, MSC Cruises employed local people for the renovation and construction work and will employ local people to deliver the shore excursions and activities, upskilling them to meet international tourism standards.
Ross Volk, MSC Cruises’ Country Manager South Africa said that the addition of Pomene Bay will give guests more reasons to cruise with MSC Cruises. “Portuguese Island represents a day of fun and festivities, Pomene Bay will enhance the cruise experience with an element of tranquillity, serenity and discovery, bringing something fresh and exciting to our itineraries. Whether seeking a romantic getaway, exploring one of the spectacular beaches in the world, or a vacation that meets the needs of the whole family, our guests will be able to discover and enjoy an extraordinary example of Mozambique’s magnificent nature.”
The development of Pomene Bay is part of an unprecedented, ten-plus-year €9 billion investment plan, which includes the building of up to 11 next-generation smart ships, coming into service between 2017 and 2026, as well as the development of the Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve in the Bahamas.
Pomene Bay, Mozambique’s hidden gem, is one of the most beautiful and unspoiled destinations in the region. Uniquely positioned in the Mozambique Channel, the beautiful stretch of coastline offers breath-taking white sandy beaches and crystal clear, blue waters. Thanks to the warm currents from the Indian Ocean, the area is home to a rich variety of marine life; plants and birds, with a wide variety of tropical fish, turtles, dugongs and flamingos, to name just a few. The spectacular mangrove forests surrounding the bay are part of the Pomene Nature Reserve, a protected marine area that has managed to preserve its authentic and wild beauty thanks to its remote location. MSC Sinfonia will call once a week for a full day as part of an itinerary that also includes the Inhaca Archipelago on Portuguese Island.
The MSC Pomene Safari Beach Club, will offer a range of facilities dedicated to the guests, including a stylish Club House complete with swimming pool, three beach bars and spa services from the MSC Aurea Spa in two private cabanas. A further eight cabanas able to accommodate up to six people each and six private cabanas can be booked for the day. For the kids, there is a jungle gym play area that will host animations, games and activities. To ensure an authentic look and feel, local artists have provided carvings and light fittings for the buildings and many of the furnishings have been made locally. Guests are able to visit a nearby fishing village, where they can purchase local handicrafts.
During their day at the beach, guests can choose to explore the area at their leisure and rent equipment to discover the ocean with snorkels, kayaks or stand-up paddle boards. A whole range of quality, organised excursions are available, designed to meet differing holiday needs and showcase the highlights of the bay. Some of these include:
FOR THE BEACH LOVER – POMENE BEACH CABANA EXPERIENCE
Picture yourself and a few friends as you spend a day at Pomene in the privacy of your own private cabana, complete with everything you’ll need to enjoy your stay. With bottled water and tropical snacks waiting for you on arrival, all that’s left for you to do is stretch out, relax and enjoy the splendid surroundings. You’ll have use of your private cabana for the whole day, making for unhurried enjoyment of sun, sea, sand and shade in whichever combination suits you best.
FOR THE CULTURE LOVER – POMENE HOTEL RUINS TRANSFER
Jump back in time to 1964 and visit the ruins of the vibrant and once famous Pomene Hotel. Take a stroll around the abandoned buildings, remnants of Mozambique’s colonial past. The Old Pomene Hotel was abandoned in 1974, as it became a Renamo stronghold, during the 20-year civil war. Feel the vibes from past holidaymakers and explore at leisure this once majestic hotel.
FOR THE NATURE LOVER – POMENE NATURE RESERVE MANGROVE TOUR
Explore the island’s mangroves on this short excursion. The estuary protects this naturally scenic bay, set between the blue Indian Ocean and the waters where the mangroves grow. These extraordinary plants appear to float on the surface of the water, like a forest in a fairy tale and are part of the Pomene Nature Reserve, a protected marine area that has managed to preserve its authentic and wild beauty thanks to its remote location.
FOR THE MARINE LIFE LOVER – OCEAN SAFARI
On this exciting aquatic adventure, head into the open ocean of Pomene in search of marine life and look to spot dolphins and whales cruising in the waves on this 1 ½ hour shore excursion.
To find out more about Pomene Bay or MSC Sinfonia, visit www.msccruises.co.za
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CMF HOSTS INDIAN OCEAN & GULF OF ADEN COUNTER-PIRACY CONFERENCE
Combined Maritime Forces (CMF) last week welcomed delegates to the latest SHADE (Shared Awareness and De-confliction) conference on counter-piracy in the Gulf of Aden and Indian Ocean, held in Bahrain on 22 November.
A wide range of organisations was represented, including delegates from CMF, EU Naval Forces (EU NAVFOR), the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Organisation (UKMTO), The Maritime Security Centre – Horn of Africa (MSC HOA), US Naval Forces Central Command (NAVCENT) and NATO, independent navies from around the world, global shipping organisations and other industry partners, who gathered to discuss regional maritime security issues.
SHADE is a biannual event, co-chaired by CMF and EU NAVFOR, to discuss the…[restrict] international response to piracy, bringing together the widest possible set of stakeholders. The diversification and proliferation of wider maritime security threats in the Gulf of Aden and the Southern Red Sea, which prompted the establishment of the Maritime Security Transit Corridor, was a focus of discussion at this, the 41st SHADE.
As highlighted by recent events, the threat of piracy persists. The development by EU NAVFOR of a Standard Tactical Instruction to help coordinate multi-national responses to piracy events within the region was therefore timely. The conference also considered the scope of this Instruction and how it might best be introduced through developing a 1-2 day activity to enable multiple nations to practice and confirm their ability to resolve a pirate attack.
The ongoing partnership between CMF, EU NAVFOR and all other agencies and actors in the region remains vital in ensuring the safe passage of vessels and the development of a safe and secure maritime environment. This has been demonstrated by recent events in the region, with the successful detention of six Somalia-based suspected pirates by EU NAVFOR, following a failed attack on the 55,000 tonne container ship MV EVER DYNAMIC, 300 miles east of Mogadishu and Fishing Vessel GALERNA III in the same vicinity on the following day. * See our report EU NAVFOR’s Italian ship ITS Virginio Fasan nabs six suspected pirates
The fact that such a quick resolution was achieved is testimony to the ongoing commitment by all involved and reinforces actions taken earlier this year with the rescue and release of the OS35 by the Chinese Navy.
As threats and risks in the Gulf of Aden, southern Red Sea and Bab-el-Mandeb waters become increasingly dynamic, the need to achieve close and effective collaboration between all stakeholders requires constant training, alongside the development of appropriate, acceptable and well understood policy and procedures.
Speaking on completion of the SHADE conference, Jakob Paaske Larsen, Maersk Line Company Security Officer, said:
“Global trade depends on the sea lanes in the Gulf of Aden and the Northwest Indian Ocean to be secure, something that cannot be taken for granted. The threat of piracy is still present in the region as evidenced a few days ago by a pirate attack on a container vessel, and the subsequent intervention and arrest of the suspected pirates by an EU warship. To A.P. Moller – Maersk the continued presence and involvement of CMF, MSCHOA, UKMTO and the many independent force contributors is essential. Our participation here at the 41st SHADE meeting has only reinforced this view, and we extend our thanks to all international organisations and countries who have put upon themselves to help secure the freedom of navigation on this key trade route from the Far East to Europe and the United States.”
The SHADE initiative began in 2008 as a way of coordinating activities with regards to counter-piracy operations and self-protection measures in the Gulf of Aden and Indian Ocean. Key aspects of the SHADE conference are the exchange of views and information sharing between all stakeholders.
SHADE is also used to discuss and coordinate merchant shipping through the Maritime Security Transit Corridor (MSTC), aerial coverage of the piracy high risk area by maritime patrol aircraft and coordinated efforts to deal effectively with the piracy threat.
Through the SHADE process, in early 2012 China, India and Japan agreed to coordinate their merchant vessel escorts in the ITRC, and by June 2012 South Korea had also agreed to do the same. source: Combined Maritime Forces[/restrict]
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HMS SUTHERLAND TO DEPLOY TO ASIA PACIFIC
Defence Secretary announces this on-board
(UK) Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson announced on Friday, 24 November that a second warship will be sent to the Asia Pacific region to strengthen relations with allies in those waters.
Addressing the ship’s company in HMS Sutherland that forenoon, the Defence Secretary announced that the warship will leave HM Naval Base Devonport in the New Year to represent UK interests across the Indian Ocean and into the Pacific.
In a period of ongoing tension in the Korean peninsula, the Type 23 Frigate…[restrict] will be available to work closely with the UK’s regional partners, including the US, Japanese and Republic of Korea, and will participate in joint training and exercising.
This follows an announcement made by the Prime Minister that HMS Argyll will deploy to Japan to take part in exercises in December 2018 following participation in a Five Power Defence Arrangements exercise with Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Malaysia earlier in the year.
Speaking during a visit to the Devonport Naval Base, Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson said: “Our already strong defence ties with allies in the Asia Pacific area will be deepened further by this deployment. At a time when North Korea’s illegal weapons programme is causing global concern, the deployment of these two Royal Navy ships is a clear demonstration of the UK’s commitment to the peace and prosperity of the region.”
As well as addressing Sutherland’s ship’s company during his visit to the Naval Base, the Defence Secretary watched operational sea training on board another Type 23 frigate, HMS Westminster, met with staff and saw facilities at the Submarine Support complex.[/restrict]
Edited by Paul Ridgway
London
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MISSION TO SEAFARERS EXPRESSES DELIGHT AND RELIEF AT RELEASE OF CHENNAI SIX
Decision to drop all unjust charges against all the crew of the Seaman Guard Ohio concludes traumatic four-year period; highlights vulnerability of international seafarers
London, 27 November 2017: The Mission to Seafarers, the charity providing key and crucial ongoing support to the vessel, the SEAMAN GUARD OHIO, including the Chennai Six, today welcomes the news that the men have won their appeal against false weapons licence charges in the India Appeal Court.
The ruling means that all charges brought against the 35 crew, including the six British armed security personnel, are dropped with immediate effect. This marks the end of a traumatic four-year period spent in captivity since their arrest in 2013.
Within 36 hours of the men being arrested, The Mission to Seafarers provided…[restrict] counselling, advice, and financial support around the clock to the men and their families. The Mission has provided and administered a legal fund to fight the men’s case, as well as paid for medical treatment for the Ukrainian Master’s terminal illness in partnership with the ITF Seafarers’ Trust. Our Regional Director in Dubai has regularly visited the prison and is on his way to commence an initial counselling session and help the men prepare for home.
Ben Bailey, Director of Advocacy, The Mission for Seafarers, commented:
“Today is a day that we have long campaigned for. Maritime security professionals provide an important service in protecting seafarers from piracy. What matters now is that the crew must be given space to be reunited with their loved ones, and the Mission will be supporting them through that process as we have from the start. We are liaising with the Foreign and Commonwealth Office to make available a team of highly-trained counsellors, as well as arranging accommodation and flights home.
“The case of the Seaman Guard Ohio highlights once again the issue that millions of merchant seafarers often face when carrying out their everyday jobs. The criminalisation of seafarers remains a constant threat to those who are responsible for transporting over 90 per cent of world trade. It’s why The Mission to Seafarers provides a range of services to all ranks, nationalities and beliefs through its extensive global network of chaplains in more than 200 ports.”[/restrict]
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Port Authority Clarifies ‘Oil Spill’ Video
Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) is aware of a video circulating on social media which – according to those recording the clip – shows a ship spouting out oil close to the shores of Durban’s beachfront. ‘Fake News’ says TNPA
TNPA confirms that the video in fact shows its ILEMBE dredger in action on Sunday, 26 November, helping to replenish sand onto Durban’s beaches from the sand trap located at the port’s southern breakwater. The dredger is using a method known as ‘rainbowing’, which propels sand that has been claimed from the ocean floor in a high arc to a particular location.
TNPA’s Head of Dredging Services, Carl Gabriel, said the Port Authority has an agreement with the eThekwini Municipality to nourish the beaches.
Dredging is a fundamental activity that removes excess material on the seabed in order to maintain the depths of the ports and keep waterways safe for ships to navigate.
“Most people are unaware of the importance of dredging to the port system and the economy of the country. It’s one of those things that happens quietly in the background, keeping the ports open and nourishing our beaches,” says Gabriel.
Apart from keeping the region’s busiest commercial port operational, dredging is also responsible for sustaining Durban’s popular beaches by counteracting the prevailing winds and currents that cause a northward movement of sand (known as littoral drift). In order to prevent this sand from compromising the port’s entrance channels, dredging creates sand-traps and pumps the sand back to the northern side to mimic the sand’s natural progression. Without this, the beaches would be eroded.
On 25 November, eThekwini Municipality issued the following notice on its Facebook page: “Reminder: Parts of Suncoast Beach, Bay of Plenty and Dairy Beach are closed for sand replenishment operations. The City has been undertaking sand replenishment operations as part of a maintenance routine to ensure safer beaches. Residents and tourists can enjoy other parts of our beautiful beaches. We will announce the completion of this project.”
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Mitsui OSK Line’s Ro-Ro car carrier ELEGANT ACE (IMO 9561265) arrived in Durban last week to work her cargo of motor vehicles at the sprawling Durban Car Terminal. The 58,939-gt ship was built in 2010 at the Minaminippon Shipbuilding yard in Usuki, Japan and is registered in the Cayman Islands, George Town to be precise. The ship is owned by Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) in Tokyo but is managed by MOL Shipmanagement Singapore. The ship boasts a 100-ton ramp and a maximum car capacity of 5219 motor cars. This picture is by Keith Betts
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