A Dutch multipurpose ship that grounded off Scotland been successfully refloated, the UK’s Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) said.

The 3,250-dwt Priscilla (built 2009) was towed and safely anchored within Scapa Flow, a sheltered area within Orkney Islands.

MCA surveyors are onboard assessing the vessel and a dive inspection is still ongoing, the agency said.

The Wagenborg Shipping-owned vessel had grounded in Scottish waters with six crew members onboard, who remained safe.