As investigators look into how two modern ships collided in seemingly calm weather, this is what we know so farThe collision between two large shipping vessels in the North Sea raises questions about how such an event could occur – and what its effect might be. Here we set out what we know so far. Continue reading...
A US-chartered oil tanker, Stena Immaculate, collided with a container ship, the Solong, in the North Sea off the coast of Yorkshire, resulting in a fuel leak. Investigations are underway to determine the cause, considering potential factors such as foul play (initially speculated but largely dismissed), human error, and technical malfunction. The collision site is near ecologically sensitive marine protected areas, raising concerns about the impact on birds and marine life.
