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Maritime court probes sinking of cargo ship Syneta
In Eskifjordur a maritime court opened hearings into the sinking of the 2600 ton cargo ship Syneta after it struck Skrudur rock near Eskifjordur killing all 12 aboard. Investigators examined radar, engine, and autopilot issues while rescue crews and insurance reps attended.
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Maritime Court
Reykjavik
Iceland
Gibraltar
Skrudur
Eskifjordur
Skrudur Rock
Bjarni Stefansson
Norway
Royal Air Force
Sigurdur Eiriksson
Stefansson
Associated Press
Johannes Briem
Icelandic Lifesaving Association
Syneta
British Ship Officers Union