On January 19, the 77 meter long, 574 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry St Faith caught fire was sailing between Portsmouth to Fishbourne on the Isle of Wight with 52 passengers and 13 crew. While in the middle of the Solent, a fire broke out on deck near the bridge. The fire was quickly extinguished by the crew while passengers were escorted safely to the lounge. The St Faith was able to proceed under her own power to Fishbourne where fire fighters were…
Photo: dailymail.co.uk The 180 meter long car carrier Hoegh Osaka remains stuck on Bramble Bank in the Solent. Four tugs were unsuccessful to re-float the vessel off the sankbank. Another attempt will be mad a few days later when the tide is high enough. Owners of the Hoegh Osaka have stated they have made arrangements with Svitzer to handle the salvage. The Marine Accident Incident Branch has launched an investigation into the incident. Initial reports state the vessel left Southampton only partially…