Product tanker SEA FRONTIER salvage under way Singapore Strait

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Maritime news: Product tanker SEA FRONTIER reportedly struck a rock some 2 nm off Tanjung Penyusop, Malaysia, easternmost Singapore Strait, at night Jan 30, while approaching port (see pic below). Hull was breached, tanker started to take on water and as of Jan 31, is either partially submerged with bow tilt and stb list, or rests on bottom, it is not clear. 11 crew abandoned tanker and were rescued by nearby merchant ship. No word said on tanker’s cargo, but she looks like she’s in load. Malaysian officials said they’re preparing for oil leak prevention.Singapore Strait
Product tanker SEA FRONTIER, IMO 8911126, dwt 4999, built 1989, flag S-Kitts, manager STAR FORMULA MARINE SERVICES, Singapore (EQUASIS).