Date of occurrence:
S-195/15
Very serious marine casualty with the tugboat ÖRING
The tugboat ÖRING pushed a barge along Göta älv (Trollhättan Canal). The barge overturned, which also caused the tug to overturn. The tugboat sank but the crew which consisted of two people managed to save themselves. The event has been considered as a very serious marine casualty.
Chairperson
Jonas Bäckstrand
Investigator in charge
Rikard Sahl
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- Last updated:
- 4 December 2023