Brief description of events: The vessel grounded on a reef near Summer Island, Maldives on the 31st of May 2014. The Master and his crew abandoned the vessel after it was taking water. Singapore based Salvage Company SMIT Singapore agreed on the terms of a LOF with the Owners of the vessel and decided to invoke the SCOPIC Clause.

Date of incident:   May 31st, 2014
Location:   Maldives

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Barge TRIAS

Casualty Name: Barge TRIAS
Brief description of events:
Whilst under tow, the tow line parted during bad weather and sea-state conditions. Subsequently the barge grounded in a nature reserve. Finnish based Salvors Alfons Hàkans were awarded the LOF...

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