Statement on the capsizing of the Keoyoung Sun

IMO Secretary-General Mr. Arsenio Dominguez said:  

“I am saddened at the loss of life following the capsizing of the Keoyoung Sun chemical/products tanker, off the coast of Japan on 20 March, in severe weather conditions.   

I extend my deepest condolences and those of the entire IMO family to the families of those who have lost their lives. 

I want to thank the efforts of the search and rescue teams from the Japan Coast Guard.  

In due course, the investigation report into the casualty should be submitted to IMO for consideration.”   

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