Further to our initial casualty notice in relation to the grounding of 2014 built 13,110gt, general cargo ship “THORCO LINEAGE” it is understood that salvage services are now being rendered on Lloyd’s Open Form (LOF) terms by Nippon Salvage and Smit Singapore.

We understand that the Vessel has been re-floated with initial inspection revealing significant damage to the Vessel’s hull and propeller. She is currently drifting off the coast of French Polynesia and will be towed to suitable port for repairs.

W E Cox Claims Group are actively investigating the incident and remain available to assist in any way, including provision of Salvage securities, arranging surveys, adjusting potential losses or undertaking recovery action.

As appropriate, please contact:

Australia – Robert Hammersley rhammersley@w-e-cox.com.au

USA – Charles Droll cdroll@w-e-cox.com

Hong Kong – Wendy Lee wendy@ceemis.com.hk

United Kingdom – Paul Friett cargoclaims@w-e-cox.co.uk
Singapore – Paul Sansom psansom@w-e-cox.com.sg

If this or future casualty notices should be forwarded to any of your colleagues, we would be pleased to receive their contact details and we will add them to our Client List.