Solong Collision: No Sodium Cyanide on Board, Assures Shipowner

The container ship Solong, which was involved in a collision off the East Yorkshire coast, was confirmed to not carry sodium cyanide according to its owners, Ernst Russ. Although four containers previously held the hazardous chemical, they are currently empty and under continual monitoring.

The container ship Solong, recently involved in a collision off the East Yorkshire coast, stirred concerns regarding its cargo. However, the ship's owners, Ernst Russ, have officially confirmed that there is no sodium cyanide on board.

In a statement released on Tuesday, Ernst Russ assured the public and relevant authorities that the vessel lacks containers laden with the toxic chemical, easing fears of potential environmental hazards. Instead, they acknowledged four empty containers which had once carried sodium cyanide and emphasized that these are being diligently monitored.

This development follows heightened vigilance around maritime shipments of hazardous materials, emphasizing the importance of transparency and safety in maritime operations.

(With inputs from agencies.)