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Ship "Rebecca" collided at Porto Santo port due to damaged fendersPhoto by hunt-er on Pexels
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Ship "Rebecca" collided at Porto Santo port due to damaged fenders

Funchal Notícias13 September 2026 at 16:57

Last Friday, the ship "Rebecca S" from GS Lines, belonging to Grupo Sousa, collided at Porto Santo port. The accident occurred around 1 PM, when the ship was entering the shelter port of what is known as the "Golden Island".

The accident was due to the poor condition of the port's fenders. These structures are essential to protect ships and port infrastructure during docking maneuvers.

The ship, which supplies the island, had originated from Caniçal and entered the port with the help of a tugboat and a pilot. This vessel is responsible for supplying goods and essential items to Porto Santo.

Why this matters

The accident raises concerns about the safety of Porto Santo's port infrastructure and the condition of the fenders. For island residents, any problem with the ship that supplies the island can have a direct impact on the supply of essential goods. This incident follows problems identified in the port's protection infrastructure.

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