Distressed LPG Tanker Towed To Safety

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  • An LPG tanker suffered engine problems in South Norway.
  • It was caught in stormy and was adrift at sea.
  • It was tugged to safety and currently anchored in Lyngdal Norway.

According to an article published in Maritime Bulletin, an LPG tanker ran into engine problems in South Norway.

What happened?

On February 11, the LPG tanker suffered engine failure when it was enroute west of Farsund, southern Norway.

Caught in stormy seas

The tanker started going adrift after it was tossed around in stormy seas. The captain of the vessel requested assistance. A tug named ‘FFS Athos’ was dispatched to tug the distressed ship to safety.

The vessel is currently anchored at Lyngdal Norway and awaits further course of action.

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Source: MaritimeBulletin