The oil tanker Stena Immaculate, involved in a tragic collision in the North Sea, has received commendations for its crew's quick-thinking actions that prevented greater disaster.
**Oil Tanker Crew Hailed as Heroes After North Sea Collision**
**Oil Tanker Crew Hailed as Heroes After North Sea Collision**
Crew members of the Stena Immaculate demonstrate remarkable bravery during a dangerous maritime incident.
The recent collision in the North Sea, involving the Stena Immaculate oil tanker and the cargo ship Solong, has drawn attention to the bravery of the tanker’s crew. Following the incident, which occurred on March 10 and resulted in an explosion, the co-owners have shared images of the 23-member crew, praising their "exceptional bravery."
Reportedly, the collision led to fires which have since been extinguished, but tragically, one Filipino crew member from the Solong remains missing and is presumed dead. In response to the event, the Russian captain of the Solong has been charged with gross negligence manslaughter.
Crowley, the Florida-based company managing the Stena Immaculate, publicly acknowledged the crew's quick response and teamwork: “Their decisive efforts to execute critical emergency duties were instrumental in saving lives and protecting the vessel.” The company highlighted that their operational protocols minimized damage, preserving 15 of the cargo holds’ integrity amid the chaos.
Efforts by HM Coastguard led to the successful rescue of 36 individuals from both vessels, with a retrieval operation for plastic resin pellets, identified as nurdles, underway. These pellets, used in plastic production, were released during the incident; while not toxic, they pose a risk to wildlife.
Shipping firm Ernst Russ, the owner of the Solong, confirmed that plastic nurdles were on board and stated that heat from firefighting efforts likely caused some containers to breach, releasing their contents. The firm is working with the coastguard to mitigate long-term environmental impacts.
Despite the chaos, both vessels have been stabilized as salvage operations proceed. Ongoing aerial surveillance and monitoring are being conducted to ensure conditions are safe and under control.
The RNLI has expressed appreciation for the dedication of volunteer lifeboat crews involved in the rescue. Captain Vladimir Motin, from the Solong, appeared in court charged with negligence associated with the incident.
As investigations by the Marine Accident Investigation Branch continue, the incident has raised awareness regarding maritime safety and the importance of crew preparedness in emergencies.
Reportedly, the collision led to fires which have since been extinguished, but tragically, one Filipino crew member from the Solong remains missing and is presumed dead. In response to the event, the Russian captain of the Solong has been charged with gross negligence manslaughter.
Crowley, the Florida-based company managing the Stena Immaculate, publicly acknowledged the crew's quick response and teamwork: “Their decisive efforts to execute critical emergency duties were instrumental in saving lives and protecting the vessel.” The company highlighted that their operational protocols minimized damage, preserving 15 of the cargo holds’ integrity amid the chaos.
Efforts by HM Coastguard led to the successful rescue of 36 individuals from both vessels, with a retrieval operation for plastic resin pellets, identified as nurdles, underway. These pellets, used in plastic production, were released during the incident; while not toxic, they pose a risk to wildlife.
Shipping firm Ernst Russ, the owner of the Solong, confirmed that plastic nurdles were on board and stated that heat from firefighting efforts likely caused some containers to breach, releasing their contents. The firm is working with the coastguard to mitigate long-term environmental impacts.
Despite the chaos, both vessels have been stabilized as salvage operations proceed. Ongoing aerial surveillance and monitoring are being conducted to ensure conditions are safe and under control.
The RNLI has expressed appreciation for the dedication of volunteer lifeboat crews involved in the rescue. Captain Vladimir Motin, from the Solong, appeared in court charged with negligence associated with the incident.
As investigations by the Marine Accident Investigation Branch continue, the incident has raised awareness regarding maritime safety and the importance of crew preparedness in emergencies.
