Fire on oil tanker Stena Immaculate extinguished after collision

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A fire on the oil tanker Stena Immaculate, involved in a North Sea collision, has been extinguished. The container ship Solong struck the tanker off Yorkshire on Monday, resulting in a missing sailor and the arrest of Solong's captain for gross negligence. The Maritime Accident Investigation Branch is investigating the incident, focusing on navigational practices and vessel conditions. The Solong had previously failed safety checks, raising concerns about its operational status. A salvage plan for both vessels is being developed. The Stena Immaculate was carrying 220,000 barrels of jet fuel and was anchored when the collision occurred. Aerial surveillance found no pollution in the water.


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