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Malta SAR zone, Arctic Metagaz salvage abandoned and vessel out of control

April 3, 2026gCaptain

gCaptain reports Libya abandoned salvage of Arctic Metagaz near the edge of Malta SAR zone, later confirming salvage failed and the vessel is out of control, creating a persistent navigation and pollution hazard.

Libya Abandons ‘Arctic Metagaz’ Salvage At Edge of Malta SAR Zone
Libya Confirms ‘Arctic Metagaz’ Salvage Has Failed and Vessel Out of Control at Sea Near Malta SAR Zone
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