Fremantle Highway Auto Carrier Arrives in Eemshaven for Salvage
Damaged Autos and Heavy Fuel Oil to Be Disposed
Vessel Suffered Major Fire While Transporting Vehicles
EEMSHAVEN, Netherlands - The heavily damaged auto carrier Fremantle Highway has finally arrived in Eemshaven, Netherlands, where salvage operations and the disposal of damaged vehicles and heavy fuel oil are scheduled to commence.
The Fremantle Highway, owned by Japanese tonnage provider Shoei Kisen Kaisha and technically managed by Wallem, caught fire while transporting vehicles across the Atlantic Ocean. The blaze caused significant damage to the vessel and its cargo.
After days of being towed across the North Sea, the Fremantle Highway reached Eemshaven on Friday. Salvage teams are now preparing to unload the damaged vehicles and dispose of the heavy fuel oil that remains on board.
The arrival of the Fremantle Highway in Eemshaven marks a significant step in the salvage process. Authorities will now work to determine the cause of the fire and assess the extent of the damage sustained by the vessel and its cargo.
The Fremantle Highway incident highlights the challenges and risks associated with transporting vehicles by sea. While the cause of the fire is still under investigation, it serves as a reminder of the importance of adhering to safety regulations and maintaining proper vessel maintenance.
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