Capsize and sinking of seine netter Premier with loss of 6 lives
Location: Off Lerwick, Scotland.
Accident Investigation Report: Premier
Read our marine accident investigation report, which includes what happened, actions taken, and recommendations:
Summary
The 22.5 metre seine net fishing vessel Premier capsized and later sank with the loss of six lives about 30 miles east of Lerwick, on the 12 December 1990.
Safety issues
The vessel foundering was a direct result of severe weather conditions. It is considered that the vessel whilst operating became overwhelmed by the sea during a storm and capsized.
Recommendations
Resulting from the investigation the report recommended that:
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the guidance information on “freeing port areas” is fully implemented especially in the case of vessels fitted with half-shelters
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in the longer term, consideration should be given to the fitting of full shelters on fishing vessels instead of half-shelters.
This report was published 27 February 1992.