Antiguan vessel Addie K Runs Aground on St Kitts Coast

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MV Addie K beached along the west coast of the of St Kitts and Nevis
MV Addie K beached along the west coast of the of St Kitts and Nevis (Screenshot of Times Caribbean)

In a concerning development, the motor vessel Addie K has reportedly beached along the west coast of the twin islands of St Kitts and Nevis.

Eyewitness accounts indicate that the vessel ran aground on a sandbank near the shore, with reports suggesting that it may be taking on water.

The MV Addie K is known for its vital role in providing regional shipping services between Dominica, Antigua, St. Maarten, and St. Kitts.

Its grounding last night poses significant challenges to the movement of goods across these islands, particularly affecting the supply of fresh produce from Dominica, which is vital for markets in Antigua and St Kitts.

Additionally, commercial goods traveling from St Maarten to these islands could experience short to medium-term disruptions.

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Maritime authorities, alongside the St Kitts Coast Guard, are currently assessing the situation and are expected to provide further updates soon.

In the meantime, individuals and businesses anticipating cargo movement via the MV Addie K are advised to contact local agents, including Francis Trading Ltd in Antigua and Beverley Shipping in Dominica, for the latest information regarding service disruptions.

As the situation unfolds, stakeholders in the region remain hopeful for a swift resolution to restore operational connectivity between these important islands.

This story was first published by Antigua News on July 28, 2025: antigua.news/2025/07/28/mv-addie-k-runs-aground-on-st-kitts-and-nevis-coast. © 2025 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

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Comments (5)

  • Antigua Surf July 28, 2025, 8:40 AM

    This is a serious issue. Our market relies heavily on those shipments from Dominica. Hoping the crew is safe and this gets sorted quickly.
    Reply
  • Renae July 28, 2025, 8:40 AM

    This is why we need better port infrastructure and emergency protocols. One ship goes down and the whole region suffers
    Reply
  • Informed citizen July 28, 2025, 4:27 PM

    I hope the issue is resolved soon.
    Reply
  • Juju Bee July 28, 2025, 5:46 PM

    Wow this is not good at all especially infront that carnival when people want fresh produce
    Reply
  • Anya July 30, 2025, 1:20 PM

    We depend on this alot. So what happens to pur produce already abtigua has no provisions
    Reply

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