Singapore’s government agencies will pursue compensation for costs incurred from the June 14 oil spill from the owner of the Singapore-flagged ship, Marine Honour, which leaked fuel after being struck by another vessel.
Liability and Insurance
On June 20, the Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) stated that the owner of the bunker vessel Marine Honour is liable for the expenses incurred from the spill. The ship is covered by insurance that will address this liability.
Costs of Cleanup and Damages
The MPA specified that the government will seek reimbursement for all measures taken to contain and clean up the spill, including any damage caused to infrastructure. This follows the comprehensive cleanup operation undertaken after the incident.
Incident Details
The oil spill occurred on June 14 when the Netherlands-flagged dredging boat Vox Maxima collided with Marine Honour at the Pasir Panjang Terminal, resulting in 400 tonnes of fuel leaking into the sea.
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