On the morning of August 7th, 2020, a ship dislodged and tipped over in a dry dock in Greenock, Scotland. The incident left 25 people injured, with one person in critical condition.
The ship, named MV Kaami, was undergoing repairs at the Ferguson Marine shipyard when it became dislodged from its supports and tipped over onto its side. The cause of the incident is still under investigation, but it is believed that a failure in the dry dock’s drainage system may have played a role.
Emergency services were quick to respond to the scene, with firefighters and paramedics working to rescue those trapped inside the ship. The injured were taken to local hospitals for treatment, with some suffering from broken bones and others from smoke inhalation.
The incident has raised concerns about safety standards in the shipbuilding industry, with some calling for stricter regulations and more thorough inspections of dry docks. The Ferguson Marine shipyard has been under scrutiny in recent years due to financial troubles and delays in completing projects.
The MV Kaami was a cargo ship registered in Norway, and had been stranded off the coast of Scotland earlier this year due to engine failure. It was being repaired at the Ferguson Marine shipyard when the incident occurred.
The dry dock where the incident took place is one of the largest in Europe, and is capable of accommodating ships up to 200 meters in length. It is used by a number of shipbuilding and repair companies in the area.
The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers that can arise in the shipbuilding industry, and the importance of ensuring that proper safety measures are in place. It also highlights the need for ongoing training and education for those working in the industry, to ensure that they are equipped to handle emergencies and prevent accidents from occurring in the first place.
As investigations into the incident continue, it is hoped that lessons will be learned and improvements made to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. The safety of workers and the public must always be a top priority in any industry, and the shipbuilding industry is no exception.
