Zodiac Maritime reports that it has appointed Resolve Marine to respond to the fire aboard its managed vehicle carrier, Morning Midas (IMO: 9289910). The vessel remains afloat and, based on the most
Crew of Morning Midas were rescued by Cosco Hellas. [U.S. Coast Guard photo courtesy of Air Station Kodiak]
Zodiac Maritime reports that it has appointed Resolve Marine to respond to the fire aboard its managed vehicle carrier, Morning Midas (IMO: 9289910). The vessel remains afloat and, based on the most recent images received from a Coast Guard overflight, remains on fire with smoke emanating from the vessel. There have been no reports of pollution to the water.
A first tug carrying a team of salvage specialists and specialized equipment has already been mobilised and is expected to arrive at the scene on approximately June 9. There it will assess the vessel’s condition and provide necessary support. An additional fire-fighting tug, capable of ocean towage, is also being arranged to provide further support.
Following the crew’s evacuation and until salvage tugs arrive on scene, Zodiac Maritime is continuing to monitor
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