A laden Okeanis Eco Tankers suezmax has grounded while under pilot in the Suez Canal.

Newly-listed Okeanis said in a statement the 159,000-dwt Kimolos (built 2018) touched bottom while transiting the waterway.

While the ship has suffered some damage to the hull, there are no reports of any pollution or injuries following the incident.

Okeanis said the ship had continued to transit the canal under its own power and was heading to a safe anchorage for further inspection.