Singapore offshore operator Ezion Holdings has announced that one of the liftboats, Teras Lyza, has capsized in the South China Sea.
, has capsized in the South China Sea.The unmanned Teras Lyza was being dead towed from Vung Tau, Vietnam to Taichung, Taiwan when it developed a sudden list to the stern, leading to it capsizing.
The lifeboat is currently still floating but upside down, and the company’s towing tug Teras Eden is continuing to standby at location with a view to ensure safety of navigation and to look out for any potential pollution. Teras Lyza is carrying 75 cu m of marine fuel.
There has been no report of injuries or casualties arising from the incident.
“Although there is no contractual obligation on the delivery of Teras Lyza for its potential job, the group will be looking at hiring in and/or building a replacement vessel,” Ezion said in a release.
According to Ezion, the liftboat is fully insured and does not expect any material negative impact on the company’s financial results.
