Working Conditions Aboard the Fure-Vyl

The oil tanker 'Stena Immaculate' (IMO: 9693018) is preparing to be towed to Newcastle following its recent incident involving the container vessel 'Solong' (IMO: 9322554) on March 10, 2025. Managed by Crowley, the team has confirmed that the operation will include the transfer of remaining jet fuel barrels from 'Stena Immaculate' to the lightering vessel 'Fure Vyl'. This transfer marks the start of a critical salvage operation projected for early April. Crowley noted that salvage crews are actively evaluating the situation and gearing up for the cargo lightering process. The planned operation, scheduled for the weekend of March 29-30, will facilitate the transfer of 202,485 barrels of Jet-A1 fuel from the stranded tanker to the anchored 'Fure Vyl', located at coordinates 53° 44' N 000° 25' E. This procedure is a standard maritime practice, adhering to safety protocols designed to ensure the efficacy of such operations. Once the cargo is successfully lightered, the fuel is designated for its original destination at Killingholme. Meanwhile, the offshore tug 'Brage Viking' (IMO: 9475791) remains stationed nearby to assist with any necessary support during the operation. Crowley is fully cooperating with authorities investigating the collision and remains dedicated to the ongoing salvage efforts. In related developments, the captain of the 'Solong', Vladimir Motin, a 59-year-old from St. Petersburg, Russia, has been charged with gross negligence manslaughter in connection with the incident. He is currently remanded in custody and is set to face trial in January 2026. For further updates and visual documentation, visit the full report available at ITV News.