Vessel Eelmlift Hendrika adrift of West Coast of Norway

The Heavy Lift Cargo Vessel developed a list after the crew reported a shifting cargo. After the crew were evacuated the vessel continued on autopilot before losing power and is currently drifting 40-50 nautical miles west of Ålesund. Salvage operations are underway with KV Sortland on site to prevent a pollution incident, MV Eelmlift Hedrika is carrying approximately 350 tonnes of heavy oil and 50 tonnes of diesel. The salvage vessel reports that one boat being transported has been lost overboard.

For furter information see the Norwegian Coastal Administration.