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In a remarkable rescue operation on October 29, 2023, the tugboat 'Lupus' came to the aid of the disabled longliner 'Kamaro'. The towing took place in the early afternoon as the 'Lupus' skillfully secured the 'Kamaro' alongside, ensuring its safe passage to Tromsø Skipsverft for necessary repairs. This incident highlights the critical role of tugboats in maritime safety and support.

The 'Kamaro' successfully reached Tromsø on the morning of October 28, thanks to the towing assistance of the 'Barentshav'. The docking occurred just prior to noon, after a rigorous operation that began early on October 27 when 'Kamaro' was first taken in tow. Accompanying the 'Barentshav' during this critical journey were the 'Normand Jarl' and 'Lupus', which ensured the safety of the vessel throughout the night. Notably, the 'Lupus' played a crucial role during the docking process at Breivika Port. On October 29, insurance representatives are scheduled to board 'Kamaro' to assess the reported damage. Initial findings indicate that some bollards were ripped off the foreship during towing, and an investigation into engine damage is also underway. For further details, a Norwegian report with photographs can be found here: http://www.nordlys.no/nyheter/article6311024.ece.

On the afternoon of October 26, the towing wire connected to the abandoned vessel 'Kamaro' snapped, leaving two crew members on board just as it was losing stability. Despite this setback, hopes were high for a successful salvage operation. By 9 p.m. on the same day, 'Kamaro' was found drifting approximately 12 nautical miles northwest of Sørøya, closely monitored by the Norwegian Coast Guard vessels 'Harstad' and 'Barentshav.' Authorities were optimistic that the vessel might glide into calmer waters, allowing salvage teams to safely reboard and secure a new towing line. For further updates and visual coverage, you can refer to the original Norwegian reports featuring videos and images: http://www.nrk.no/nyheter/distrikt/troms_og_finnmark/1.8373844 and http://www.smp.no/nyheter/article6571199.ece.