Transport Malta’s Marine Safety Investigation Unit (MSIU) issued an investigation report into the grounding of the Togo-registered oil tanker ‘Hephaestus’ in February 2018, after being exposed at anchor for several days in deteriorating weather conditions. The report highlighted lack of visible leadership and commitment towards the safety of the ship and the crew from the company.
The incident
On 10 February 2018, at about 06451, MSIU was notified by Transport Malta officials from the Ports and...
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