A cruise ship has run aground in Papua New Guinea (PNG), on its first trip following the death of an elderly passenger in late October. <\/p>\n
The Coral Adventurer is currently under investigation for the death of Suzanne Rees, 80, who died on a remote Australian island after being left behind by the ship. <\/p>\n
On Saturday, the vessel suffered a “grounding incident” off the eastern coast of Papua New Guinea, around 30km (18 miles) from city of Lae, a spokesperson for the ship said. <\/p>\n
All passengers and crew aboard the cruise ship have been reported safe, and initial inspections have not revealed any damage to the hull. Further inspections will take place on Sunday. <\/p>\n
In a statement to the BBC, a spokesperson for the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) said they had not received a distress call from the Coral Adventurer.<\/p>\n
It added they were monitoring the situation and would support PNG authorities if necessary. <\/p>\n
No decisions have been made about the current 12-day voyage, which was due to finish on 30 December.<\/p>\n
There were 80 passengers and 43 crew members aboard the ship at the time of the incident. The 12-day voyage was due to finish on 30 December. <\/p>\n