Environment

Swedish tanker leaked diesel oil

Ektank’s product tanker the Ekfors was leaking diesel oil as a result of a grounding that occurred in rough weather at the Slagentangen refinery on November 2.

The Ekfors was at anchor waiting to load a 10,000 tonne cargo, when the accident happened. The vessel called for assistance and the tug John was in attendance, The tug towed the Ekfors to Horten for divers’ inspection.

Written: 2007-12-19 12.16.22
Editor: Petter Arentz