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Hostage tanker freed
A MANX-registered tanker ‘Energy Centurion’ that had been taken hostage by pirates off the coast of west Africa, has been released by its captors is back under the control of its master and his crew.
The vessel which had beentaken hostage off Togo on Tuesday (August 28), was released in Nigerian waters, it was confirmed at 3pm today (Thursday).
The crew of the vessel were released unharmed to take over control of the ship which was drifting off Nigeria. The pirates stole approximately 3,100 tonnes of gas oil from the tanker’s cargo as well as cash, valuables and items of equipment from the ship. Personal effects and cash were also stolen from the crew.
The Isle of Man Ship Registry, which maintained a close liaison with the operators of the ship during this difficult time, stressed that the most important aspect was to try to ensure the safety of the crew on board.
David Morter, deputy director of the Ship Registry, said: ‘We are relieved that the vessel has now been released and that the crew are physically unharmed, although they will have been through a great deal during their ordeal and our thoughts go out to them and their families.’
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