Svangen
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On 10 November 1991, the Panamanian oil tanker Svangen was struggling against rough weather conditions when it sank off Almeria (Spain).
Some 180 tonnes of fuel oil were spilt at sea. Aerial surveillance was carried out to monitor the evolution of the pollution in the area. Response operations were also conducted at sea.
Source:
- IMO/UNEP/MAP/REMPEC, 2004, List of alerts and accidents in the Mediterranean
The Svangen
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Name: Svangen
Date: 10 November 1991
Location: Spain
Accident area: off Almeria
Cause of spill: adverse weather conditions
Type of pollutant: fuel oil
Quantity spilled: 180 tonnes
Ship type: oil tanker
Date built: 1968
Flag: Panamanian
Last update: 01/10/09
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