Category: Accident

  • Crew Killed in Berthing Operation Accident

    Crew Killed in Berthing Operation Accident

    A berthing operation, involving a rope that surged and ran outboard, caused the death of a motorman. A ro-ro cargo ship was preparing to sail when one of its stern lines was let go and suddenly tightened. A harbour tug fitted with a Voith Schneider propulsion unit was one of…