Searose Fpso
The 271 meter long, 139950 dwt tankship Searose Fpso suffered a fire near St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada. The fire broke out in the vessel’s water pump room and was quickly contained by the crew. No reports of injuries or pollution released. Details to the fire damage was not disclosed, but the crew were able to remain on board. The Searose Fpso had no oil on board at the time of the incident. The vessel had recently returned to the oil field after undergoing maintenance earlier this summer. The authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.