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On August 16, French prosecutors concluded that there was insufficient evidence to initiate legal action against the cargo vessel 'Blue Creek' following concerns over a potential pollution incident. The ship, which had been suspected of contributing to a pollution trail several kilometers long, had been diverted to Brest after aerial photographs captured what appeared to be oil leaks on August 14, approximately 74 kilometers off the coast of Penmarc'h. Upon arriving in Brest on the morning of August 15, the prosecutors initially sought a €500,000 bond from the shipowner but later reversed this decision. An investigation onboard revealed a design deficiency in the oil separator, however, logbooks confirmed that 'Blue Creek' was well-maintained and had recently undergone cleaning of its tanks and ballast in port. The ship's captain was notified of the release late in the afternoon, allowing the vessel to depart Brest early that evening. For additional details, refer to the French report with accompanying photos: http://www.letelegramme.com/ig/generales/regions/bretagne/brest-pollution-maritime-le-cargo-allemand-relache-sans-caution-16-08-2012-1809093.php.

On August 15, 2012, the German cargo ship 'Blue Creek,' identified with IMO number 9439635, was diverted from its route to St. Petersburg, near Pasajes, at the request of the Brest prosecutor. The vessel, upon its arrival at 11 a.m., came under scrutiny after a Customs aircraft observed a significant trail of suspect fluids following the ship, measuring several hundred meters long. This incident occurred when the 'Blue Creek' was approximately 80 kilometers away from the tip of Penmarc'h on August 14. Responding to the suspicions of hydrocarbon discharge, the prosecutor of Brest ordered a Falcon 50 aircraft from the Navy to direct the vessel to the port for further inspection. Following the ship's docking, investigators boarded the cargo ship to interrogate the master as part of their inquiries into the potential environmental violation.

Following successful maintenance by the dedicated team at Nobiskrug Yard in Rendsburg, the vessel 'Blue Creek' is back in operation. The ship departed from the communal port of Rendsburg on February 16 at 8:35 a.m., setting its course for Willebroek. This marks a significant milestone for the crew and the yard, showcasing their commitment to maritime excellence.