GMM Safety | 2024-10-24 | Case Incidents |

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) responded to an engine room fire onboard the Malta-flagged tanker MED ATLANTIC in the East Johor Strait, within Singapore waters, on Monday.

The vessel, which is currently anchored, reported the fire at 10:30 a.m., prompting a coordinated emergency response.

An emergency response team, including an MPA Patrol craft, two Police Coast Guard vessels, two tugboats, and three marine firefighting and rescue vessels from the Singapore Civil Defence Force, was soon dispatched to the scene.These vessels were deployed to put down the fire and ensure navigational safety in the area.

The 22 crew members onboard the vessel at the time of the incident were successfully evacuated from the tanker, and no injuries were reported.

The tanker is still anchored, and there has been no impact on nearby shipping traffic. MPA has issued navigational warnings advising vessels to stay clear of the affected area.The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Meanwhile, the Singapore Food Agency is monitoring the situation closely and has advised nearby fish farms to take precautionary measures.

The tanker, registered to Malta-based Sea Tankers 4 Pte Ltd, is being monitored while authorities work to fully resolve the situation.

Reference: MPA