News story

Ocean Prefect report published

Groundings made by a UK registered bulk carrier in Umm Al Qaywayn, United Arab Emirates.

• From: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
• Published: 27 April 2018

Our accident investigation report on the two separate groundings made by Ocean Prefect while approaching Ahmed Bin Rashid Port on 10 and 11 June 2017 is now published. The second grounding resulted in a breach of the ballast tanks which required the vessel to dry dock in Dubai for repair. There were no injuries or pollution.

The report, available via this link, contains details of what happened and subsequent actions.

Media enquiries (telephone only)

Media enquiries during office hours 01932 440015

Media enquiries out of hours 0300 7777878

Published 27 April 2018