The fire on the U.S.-flagged tanker Stena Immaculate has completely ceased, the vessel is completely stable, and full salvage activities onboard will begin as soon as safety considerations and weather conditions permit.
HM Coastguard photograph of Stena Immaculate on March 11, 2025
The fire on the U.S.-flagged tanker Stena Immaculate has completely ceased, the vessel is completely stable, and full salvage activities onboard will begin as soon as safety considerations and weather conditions permit.
That’s the latest word from Erik Hånell, president & CEO of Stena Bulk, which owns the Crowley-operated TSP program vessel.
Following is his full statement:
“Stena Bulk continues to work closely with Crowley and U.K. agencies following Monday’s incident when the container ship SOLONG struck Stena Immaculate while it was at anchor.
“We are pleased to report that as of Wednesday’s assessment, the fire onboard the Stena Immaculate has completely ceased, with no visible signs of smoke or flame. The vessel remains in a stable condition, securely anchored, and is being continuously monitored via a salvage vessel by representatives from Crowley, Stena Bulk and U.K. government authorities.
“Initial third-party salvage operations for the Stena Immaculate have
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