The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) was notified on 16th April of a fire onboard a Tanzania-flagged freighter, LAYAR ANGGUN 8(LA8), in Singapore territorial waters off Pedra Branca.
12 crew have been safely recovered onto a Singapore Police Coast Guard craft and are on their way to Singapore.
A firefighting vessel from the Singapore Civil Defence Force and MPA patrol craft, including tugs, are en route to provide support.
Luckily, there is no pollution sighted, and there is no immediate risk to navigational safety. MPA is issuing regular navigational broadcasts for passing vessels to keep clear of the vicinity of LA8.
MPA is investigating the incident.