Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Scanbio-Dart

In a swift and efficient operation, the tugs "Fastnet Nore" and "Geco," operated by Stadt Sjøtransport, successfully refloated the vessel "Dart" shortly after 8 p.m. off Grønskjæret in Åfjord/Hyllestad. Prior to the salvage, approximately 270 cubic meters of cargo were lightered, allowing the "Dart" to be freed from the reef in just a few minutes. The entire salvage effort was executed with impressive professionalism and safety measures in place. During the operation, the Norwegian Coastguard vessel "Tor" arrived on the scene by midday, though it did not engage in the refloating process. Coastguard personnel conducted thorough inspections on the ship and its surrounding area to assess any potential pollution risks. Following the successful salvage, a tug escorted the tanker to a quay in Lutelandet. There, inspectors from the Norwegian Maritime Directorate and a classification society evaluated the vessel's seaworthiness. Fortunately, no oil spills or other discharges were detected, though minor damage to the hull was reported. For further details and visuals of the salvage operation, you can visit the Norwegian report featuring photos at http://www.nrk.no/sognogfjordane/slik-fekk-dei-havaristen-laus-1.11161596.

The salvage efforts to free the grounded tanker 'Dart' have been temporarily suspended. The vessel, which had departed from Måløy, reached 'Dart' at 8 a.m. on August 1 but was unable to execute a successful tow due to low tide conditions. The tanker had run aground just half an hour prior to the flood, resulting in insufficient water levels for safe recovery. Experts do not anticipate that the Coast Guard vessel 'Tor' will achieve better results. Fortunately, crews reported no leakage from the 485 tons of mud onboard. The next high tide is not expected until 7 p.m. Meanwhile, the 'Dart' remains stable, though it is likely a tug will be called upon for further assistance. Law enforcement has also arrived on the scene and is currently conducting inspections on board the 'Dart'. For more insights and photographs, refer to the Norwegian report here: http://www.nrk.no/sognogfjordane/matte-gi-opp-a-hjelpe-lasteskipet-1.11160503.

On August 1, 2013, the tanker 'Dart' ran aground on Grøneskjæret, a small rock located south of Hatløyna in Hyllestad, just off Skivenes. The vessel was en route from Kopervik in Rogaland to Florø when it struck the submerged rock while navigating through the Åfjord. Fortunately, the seven-member crew aboard the ship was unharmed and posed no risk to their safety. Emergency services were alerted at 5:30 AM following the incident. Reports suggest that the grounding resulted from a navigational miscalculation, as the ship seemed to come aground at considerable speed. The vessel became wedged, with approximately 20-25 meters of its hull stuck and a notable condition where the bow was high and dry while the stern rested in deeper waters. Despite the precarious situation, there were no visible signs of damage to the 'Dart,' nor any reported oil leaks. The lifeboat 'Halfdan Grieg' was dispatched to the scene, expected to arrive by 9 AM, while the Coast Guard sent the vessel 'Thor' from Bergen to assist in monitoring the situation. Local police were also en route to ensure safety and aid in recovery efforts. For those interested in further details, Norwegian news outlets have provided coverage, including photos and videos of the incident. You can check out the coverage at NRK [here](http://www.nrk.no/sognogfjordane/dansk-lasteskip-pa-grunn-i-afjorden-1.11160116) and VG [here](http://www.vg.no/nyheter/innenriks/artikkel.php?artid=10105685).