General – Fugro
On 22 March, Fugro received a report that the geophysical survey vessel Fugro Mercator had run aground on the north coast of Elba, Italy.
The authorities were immediately notified, and the Italian coastguard arrived on site swiftly to provide support and monitor the situation.
All 11 crew members were evacuated and taken ashore safely. Together with international experts and local officials, a salvage operation is being prepared.
It is not yet clear what caused the Fugro Mercator to run aground.
The 42-metre research vessel was performing survey work off the coast of Elba when it went looking for shelter due to deteriorating weather conditions.
