Asearch and rescue operation is underway in the Sea of Japan after a Russianowned ro-ro lost propulsion.
An ocean going Vladivostok based tug is on its way and another Russian cargoship some 65 miles awayis trying to locate the 7,130-dwt Samarga(built 1987).
Thevessel which has a crew of 17 Russian seafarers is operated by Natie Shippingof Vladivostok, a company run by former Fesco executives.
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