Safety Warning About Keel Failures on Sailing Yachts

The British Government Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has issued a safety bulletin following the failure of a shallow draught, lead keel fitted to a commercial yacht on 7 December 2017.

The bulletin contains details on the background of the incident, the initial findings, yachts fitted with similar keels and a safety lesson.

A full report will be published when the investigation is complete.

In the interim Read More HERE

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