AMT Explorer Sinks with Prysmians Cargo
Post date: 07.07.2014 , Views: 593
ATM ExplorerThe barge, owned by Augustea Anchor Marine Transportation, was under tow by Red Husky from Naples to Bremerhaven when it lost stability and flipped over, however all crew members managed to abandon the vessel and are safe.
The sinking will incur a loss worth USD $38 million, according to initial estimates.
As explained by Prysmian, the cables were intended for connection of Butendiek and Deutsche Bucht wind farms located offshore Germanys coast.
Smit Salvage has been hired for the vessels salvage.
The cause of the accident has not been revealed.
World Maritime News Staff, July 7, 2014, Image: Shipspotting