Bulk Carrier Drifted After Engine Failure

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Bulk carrier suffered engine failure and drifted in Bosphorus in Beykoz area, Istanbul, reports Maritime Bulletin. 

What happened?

Bulk carrier SANTORINI started to drift in Bosphorus in Beykoz area, Istanbul, after suffering engine failure at around 0000 LT Oct 14. She was transiting Bosphorus in the southern direction. 

Anchor dropped

Judging from available visuals, the bulk carrier had dropped anchor in emergency, to avoid a serious accident. 

Tug support

Tugs responded and the ship was taken...

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