A man lost his life after falling overboard from the Norwegian bulk carrier Spar Scorpio off the coast of Malta last week, and he has not yet been found.
A tragic incident occurred last week involving the Norwegian bulk carrier Spar Scorpio, where a crewman fell overboard and has not been located. The accident took place east of Malta on February 17, during preparations on deck while the vessel awaited better weather to take on fuel. Poor weather conditions hampered visibility and potentially contributed to the accident.
The deceased is an Indian national, and efforts for recovery were organized immediately after the incident, with distress signals detected between 15:25 and 15:32 Norwegian time. Despite extensive search efforts involving a rescue aircraft from the Malta Rescue Center and local vessels, the search has yet to yield any results. The ship's management, Spar Shipping, expressed their sorrow about the incident and assured support for the crew members involved.
In light of the tragedy, Norway’s State Accident Investigation Board has initiated an investigation into the accident. This highlights concerns surrounding safety protocols and accident prevention measures in maritime operations, especially in adverse weather conditions. The case will also draw attention to the welfare of seafarers and the implications of maritime accidents on international waters.
