Bulk Carrier Towed to Port After Taking on Water in Gulf of Finland
A bulk carrier that was previously taking on water in the icy Gulf of Finland has been towed to port, the Finnish Border Guard has confirmed. Ship
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A bulk carrier that was previously taking on water in the icy Gulf of Finland has been towed to port, the Finnish Border Guard has confirmed. Ship
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