Cargo Ship Drifted Dangerously Close To Shore

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Cargo ship that was disabled after engine failure at Moldefjord near Molde, Norway, drifted dangerously close to the shore, reports Maritime Bulletin. 

What happened? 

Cargo ship FREIFJORD was disabled due to engine failure at around 2100 UTC Jul 11 at Moldefjord near Molde, south of Kristiansund, Norway. She drifted dangerously close to the shore.

Grounding prevented

SAR boat arrived on time and prevented disabled freighter from grounding. SAR was assisting until arrival of tug POLAR VIKING.

FREIFJORD was taken on tow and towed to berth.

About the vessel

Cargo ship FREIFJORD, IMO 6524125, dwt 829, built 1965, flag Norway, manager TORHUS SHIPPING (EQUASIS).

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Source: Maritime Bulletin