Cargolaw.com brings us two very unhappy boat owners (click on the photos for info on what happened):
After the splash:
Crane Failure:
CargoLaw tells us a little about this one:
Why It’s A 2006 Model 72′ Sunseeker Predator On Her Way To A Summer Cruise!
What A Difference A 70 Feet Thrill Ride Can Make — The Distance Between The Vessel Rail & The Dock.
This Yacht Has Paid The Price, Which is US$3,624,500 FOB Factory — Delivery Not Included.
Updated: February 5, 2026 (Originally published July 18, 2007)
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