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Edward Henry DH100

Edward Henry DH100

Edward Henry
Photo: shetnews.co.uk

The 25 meter long fishing vessel Edward Henry – DH 100 became disabled off the Shetland Islands near Sumburgh. The crab boat had gone adrift and suffered a power blackout when the vessel’s engines failed. While the crew attempted to restore power, the Edward Henry was struck by a large wave along the starboard side. The wave struck with enough force to shatter windows and short out electronic equipment in the wheelhouse.

The master requested assistance with a helicopter from Sumburgh, the RNLI lifeboat from Aith and a nearby vessel Nor Solan responding.  The helicopter arrived first and monitored the situation while the crew attempted to restore power.

Edward Henry
Photo: bbc.co.uk

When the RNLI lifeboat reached the Edward Henry, the fishing vessel had restored power, but had no navigation system. The decision was made for the Edward Henry to follow the RNLI lifeboat and the Nor Solan back to Scalloway. The vessel proceeded back to port in heavy seas with waves over 10 meters high.

All the vessels arrived safely the next morning. The master of the Edward Henry sustained minor injuries and received treatment.

Resolute

Resolute

Resolute
Photo: shetnews.co.uk

The 65 meter long fishing vessel Resolute loaded with herring became disabled off Fair Isle, Shetland Islands. The Resolute had suffered engine failure and went adrift. The trawler Forever Grateful took the Resolute under tow and proceeded to Lerwick, Shetland Islands. At Lerwick, two tugs took over the tow and proceeded into the harbour.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.