Brief description of events: Whilst at anchor an explosion occurred at the forward deck area and caused subsequently a fire. The crew managed to evacuate from the burning tanker and was rescued. Salvors T&T Salvage from Galveston were awarded with the LOF Contract and decided to invoke the SCOPIC Clause.

Date of incident:   September 9th, 2016
Location:  

Veracruz, Mexico

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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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