Stena Immaculate: Collision Leaves Cargo Intact, Salvage Underway

The US-flagged tanker Stena Immaculate was hit by a container ship off Britain's coast. Despite the collision, most of the jet fuel cargo remains secure without any leaks. Stena Bulk assures that there is no longer any fire and a comprehensive salvage operation will be assessed within 24-48 hours.

The US-flagged tanker, Stena Immaculate, was involved in a collision with a container ship off the coast of Britain. Despite the severe impact, the majority of the tanker's jet fuel cargo remains intact, with no current signs of leakage, according to the vessel's owner, Stena Bulk.

The company's CEO, Erik Hanell, stated that the fire onboard the tanker has been extinguished, putting an end to immediate concerns over possible damage escalation.

The situation will be further clarified over the next 24 to 48 hours as salvage operations continue, promising a more detailed assessment of any potential impact from the incident.

(With inputs from agencies.)