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Costly damage to azimuth thruster caused by fishing gear

Publisher
IMCA · International Marine Contractors Association
Type
Safety Flash
Reference
IMCA SF 21/18
Date
Themes
Inspection and MaintenanceMachinery and EquipmentMarine Operations

Summary

Fishing gear fouled an azimuth thruster, damaging seals and hydraulic components through seawater ingress and degraded lubrication.

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IMCA SF 21/18. Themes: inspection and maintenance, machinery and equipment, marine operations.

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