147-meter dry cargo ship drifting in the Bosphorus rescued by teams

The Antigua and Barbuda-flagged Bilbao Trader, which was drifting off the coast of Kuruçeşme, was rescued following an intervention by Coastal Safety teams.

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147-meter dry cargo ship drifting in the Bosphorus rescued by teams

A 147-meter-long dry cargo ship sailing through the Bosphorus began to drift off the coast of Kuruçeşme for reasons yet to be determined.

It was reported that the Antigua and Barbuda-flagged ship, named "Bilbao Trader," lost control at approximately 21:30 while en route from Istanbul to Derince.

Following the incident, teams from the General Directorate of Coastal Safety were dispatched to the area.

Upon receiving the report, the Kurtarma-8 and Kıyı Emniyeti-4 vessels were sent to the scene.

Brought under control through the intervention of the teams, the Bilbao Trader continued its voyage under the escort of Coastal Safety teams and exited the Bosphorus.

No official statement has been made yet regarding what caused the ship to drift.

News Source: 12punto