How Aframax tanker suffered engine failure while transiting Bosphorus

Crude oil tanker STI ELYSEES has suffered an engine failure around noon July 16, 2021, according to FleetMon.

It stated: “Crude oil tanker STI ELYSEES suffered engine failure around noon July 16, 2021, in Beykoz area, Istanbul, while transiting Bosphorus in the northern direction in ballast, en route from Le Havre to Novorossiysk.

“The ship dropped anchor, the crew managed to restart the engine and resume transit, with two SAR tugs at her side. She completed transit and was anchored at Kumkoy anchorage, Istanbul, Black sea.”