Lilly Johanne Capsizes in Turkey

Lilly Johanne, a live fish carrier, capsized in Celiktrans shipyard in Tuzla, Turkey, on August 7, iLaks reports.

At the time of the accident, the 50-meter brand-new vessel was undergoing completion works, and was scheduled for delivery next week.

The sources close to the matter confirm that the vessel capsized at berth.

Aqua Star has reported that the situation is now under control, and that no injuries were reported.

Lilly Johanne, a 1,400 dwt live fish carrier launched in January this year, was ordered by Aqua Star, a Norway-based company, for the purpose of farming live fish.

Full details of the accident remain to be disclosed, and the yard is investigating into what led to this accident.