Oil tanker event in distress: tugs are on!

Oil tanker event in distress: tugs are on!

The maneuverable oil tanker "Eventin" is currently the focus of Maritime Security in the Baltic Sea. As Antenne Münster , the tanker is towed using three tugs. The towing maneuver runs at a speed of one to two knots, which corresponds to about 1.85 to 3.7 km/h. The maneuvering is expected to take eight hours.

The decision to move the towing maneuver to the east was made for security reasons. A strategic advantage is used here: In the south there is more free sea area that can be used for unforeseen events. This is particularly important because there are strong winds from the north for the coming night.

safety precautions and team of experts

worrying is the fact that the island of Rügen is located directly south of the damaged tanker, which carries additional risks. In order to ensure security, a team of experts was mobilized, which is brought to “eventin” by helicopter by the federal police. These experts specialize in the manufacture of the connections to the towing ships.

To ensure a smooth process, the seafarers bring flashlights and radio devices on board. These devices are essential because the batteries have started to disappear after a previous power failure. As SPIEGEL To be able to react eventualities. The safety of the crew and the tanker has a top priority.

The current developments impressively show how important coordinated maritime measures are in crisis situations. The combination of local conditions and weather conditions is still observed in order to react appropriately.