Stena Bulk has sold the MR tanker involved in a collision with a container feeder vessel in the UK's North Sea earlier this year
The company announced on 24 October that 2017-built Stena Immaculate has been sold to an undisclosed buyer, who will carry out repairs at Desan Shipyard. Prior to the transfer, the vessel was reflagged from the United States to Malta.
The incident occurred in March when Stena Immaculate was struck by feeder Solong while at anchor off the coast of Yorkshire and The Humber. The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has reported that Solong was travelling at a speed of approximately 16 knots.
The collision is believed to have claimed the life of one of Solong's crew members. According to the MAIB, intense fires on both vessels hindered crew efforts to fight the blaze and to search for the missing sailor, who is presumed dead.
Stena Immaculate was carrying jet-A1 fuel, which is highly toxic but disperses quickly. Meanwhile, Solong was sent to Belgium over the summer for recycling.
"We extend our appreciation to all parties involved in the salvage and cargo transfer operations for their continued professionalism and support throughout the process," Stena Bulk president and chief executive Erik Hånell said.
"Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances of the incident, and any related inquiries should be directed to them," he added.