Claims and losses, Marine & Cargo, Non-life, Specialty

Japanese Vessel with Indian seafarers engulfed in flames, salvage operations taking place

The Fremantle Highway roll-on roll-off vehicle carrier experienced a devastating fire off the Dutch coast while transporting 2,857 vehicles, including electric vehicles - leading to the death of at least one seafarer. Image source: The Netherlands Coastguard

Sergio Held

July 27, 2023

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