The Asl-Orchid: Crew Feedback and Vessel Data

On the morning of July 28, 2018, a helicopter intervention was necessary to evacuate three crew members from the 'Stellar Orchid' following a chemical leak incident, while the vessel was navigating near Kaohsiung. The Myanmar nationals suffered chemical burns and were promptly transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. Thankfully, their injuries are not life-threatening. At the time of the incident, the tanker was on its way from Taichung to Port Klang, highlighting the ongoing risks faced by maritime personnel in handling hazardous materials.