A devastating maritime accident in England’s north-east coast has left one dead and sparked a bitter dispute over liability. The collision between cargo ship Solong and tanker Stena Immaculate on Monday killed a crew member and led to charges of gross negligence manslaughter against one of the captains.
Sailors, company lawyers, union representatives, salvagers, and government investigators are now locked in a heated battle over who should pay for the damages. The incident has raised concerns about safety protocols and maritime regulations.
The cause of the accident is still unclear, but authorities have launched an investigation to determine why the Solong ship drove into the Stena Immaculate, which was carrying 220,000 barrels of jet fuel. The outcome of this inquiry will have significant implications for those involved in the tragedy.
Source: https://www.politico.eu/article/north-sea-oil-tanker-crash-england-solong-stena-immaculate-pollution