RNLI Lerwick Lifeboat called to assist 40 metre vessel with gearbox problems.
Lerwick Lifeboat launched this morning to go to the aid of a live fish carrier which had gearbox problems and was struggling to make headway on the east coast of Shetland.
After assessing the situation, a decision was made to take the vessel under tow. Once a tow line was established, the two vessels set off northwards to Lerwick at a speed of around three to four knots, accompanied by a sister-vessel, also a fish carrier, which had arrived from Lerwick.
Around 9am, the vessels arrived in Lerwick harbour, the tow was released and the vessel brought alongside a safe berth at the north end of the harbour.
Stephen Manson, Coxswain said: “This large vessel had experienced gearbox problems, was unable to make progress, and was at risk of drifting had the conditions worsened. Our volunteer crew were able to establish a tow and bring her safely into Lerwick harbour. We’re pleased with the outcome of this call-out and we extend our thanks to crew of her sister vessel which accompanied us during the tow. ”
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