ODYSSEY FR70

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Trawler sank off Firth of Forth

On the early morning of Oct 29, 2024, the 'Odyssey-FR 70', with six crew members on board, started sinking in the North Sea, approximately 140 miles east of the Firth of Forth. The Coastguard in Aberdeen received a distress signal at around 5.30 a.m. this morning. The Maritime Rescue Coordination Center (MRCC) quickly sent out an alert to the surrounding ships in the area and asked for assistance. The Coastguard also requested that the nearest rescue helicopter be dispatched as a stand-by should further efforts become necessary. A nearby fishing vessel immediately responded to the distress signal and set course for the "Odyssey's" position. The crew was transferred via a life raft onto the trawler and were safe and without injuries. The cause of the sinking of the "Odyssey" was still unknown, The relevant authorities have been notified and will further investigate the case.