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Filipino crew died trying to assist pilot boarding

Filipino crew died trying to assist pilot boarding
Apr 03, 2023 https://www.fleetmon.com/maritime-news/2023/41561/filipino-crew-died-try...

A Filipino crew member of a Capesize bulk carrier HELLASSHIP fell into water while trying to assist pilot boarding bulk carrier in rough weather, off Gijon, Spain, at night Apr 1. A massive SAR was launched, deploying SAR boats and helicopter, but he wasn’t found during nighttime. His body was found and recovered in the morning Apr 2, he drowned though he was wearing a life jacket. HELLASSHIP berthing was cancelled, she was berthed at around noon Apr 2.