One of Cranes from the Navantia Ferrol group fell into the sea first thing this Saturday, November 23. The detachment was caused by the collision of a ship that was in the area with the structure.
The boat “Brave Tern” It has been under repair for months in the Ferrol estuary, first in old Astano and then in Bazán. This morning, during certain maneuvers, the ship collided with one of the cranes, destabilizing it and it fell into the sea.
Navantia Ferrol. This morning: pic.twitter.com/t9nBBlBoEa
– Ferrol First ⚓️ (@FerrolFirst) November 23, 2024
As they were transferred to Europe Press Navantia Springs, at the time of autumn there were strong gusts of wind. The same sources indicate that “for reasons which are currently being investigated” in this maneuver the crane of the “Brave Tern” overturned the shipyard crane which fell into the sea on a punt.
At that time, all established protocols were activated and the emergency committee was established. Fortunately there is no need to regret injuries. Navantia is monitoring the situation, while ensuring that there is no risk to people and facilities in the area.
