Overview

• The Solong cargo ship remains on fire days after colliding with the Stena Immaculate oil tanker near the Humber Estuary, though the tanker’s fire has been extinguished.
• The captain of the Solong, a 59-year-old Russian national, has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter, with investigations underway by UK, US, and Portuguese authorities.
• Heavy fog at the time of the collision and questions about the Solong's navigation decisions are key focuses of the inquiry, alongside the functionality of anti-collision systems.
• Environmental experts warn of potential long-term harm to marine ecosystems and seabird populations along the East Yorkshire coast, though the jet fuel involved may evaporate more quickly than heavier oils.
• Authorities are monitoring nearby marine protected areas for pollution, while both ships’ owners have pledged cooperation with the investigation.