November 26, 2014
On November 13, 2014, "K" Line PCC vessel "MICHIGAN HIGHWAY" was requested by MRCC Delgada (*) to rescue the yacht "Hunter" that had sent distress signal in the Atlantic Ocean. In compliance with the request, "MICHIGAN HIGHWAY" immediately headed for the position and successfully rescued 4 crewmen in good health without any injuries. All those who were rescued safely disembarked at Livorno port in Italy on November 20.
(*) MRCC Delgada : Maritime Rescue Coordination Center Delgada
4 crewmen on the yacht "Hunter" waiting for rescue of "MICHIGAN HIGHWAY"
Master | : | Capt. Ognyan Stanakiev Nikolov |
Flag | : | Panama |
Crew | : | 23 (Bulgarian, Filipino |
Gross Tonnage | : | 56,951 tons |
Type of Vessel | : | Pure Car Carrier |