Ludovic Geoffray W202
The 17 meter long trawler Ludovic Geoffray W202 became disabled after suffering water ingress while off Howth, Ireland. The trawler with seven crewmen on board contacted the RNLI who dispatched their all-weather lifeboat from Howth. The lifeboat reached the scene and took the trawler under tow. An Irish Coast Guard helicopter reached the scene and was able to winch down a dewatering pump to the Ludovic Geoffray. Weather conditions made the rescue effort difficult with force six winds and a three meter swell. The towline between the lifeboat and trawler parted several times, but both vessel were able to reach Howth harbour 10 hours later. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.
