Offshore Vessels

Fugro Mercator Vessel Runs Aground


Published: Monday March 24, 2025
By: Oilfield Africa Review

On 22 March, Fugro received report that the geophysical survey vessel Fugro Mercator had run aground on the north coast of Elba, Italy.

The authorities were immediately notified, and the Italian coastguard arrived on site swiftly to provide support and monitor the situation. All crew, 11 people in total, were evacuated and taken ashore safely. A salvage operation is being prepared together with international experts and local officials. It is not yet clear what led to the Fugro Mercator running aground. The 42-metre research vessel was performing survey work off the coast of Elba, when it went looking for shelter due to deteriorating weather

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