A cargoship disabled by fire has been towed into port in France.

The blaze on the 6,000-dwt Cathy Jo (built 2008) was controlled by crew on Sunday off Brest.

Its engine room was disabled by the fire, Ouest-France reported.

No injuries were reported.

French authorities confirmed the blaze was extinguished.

The vessel is listed as operated by Corrib Ship Management for Wagenborg.