Investigation Report
Catastrophic engine failure and fire on board ro-ro passenger ferry Wight Sky
Catastrophic engine failure and fire on board ro-ro passenger ferry Wight Sky
- MAIB
- Investigation Report
- Hot Work and FireMachinery and Equipment
- ExplosionFireMechanical failure
- Inspection and maintenance
- Rotating machinerySwitchgear
- Emergency responseFire protectionFunctional testing
- Marine industry
- Vessel
Summary
This investigation examines Wight Sky’s rebuilt propulsion engine failure, explosion and fire near Yarmouth, which seriously burned the engineer. It analyses probable debris-related bearing failure, engine assembly arrangements, oil and filter tests, and loss of essential electrical services. Actions address rebuild cleanliness and load testing; the recommendation asks Volvo to consider wear particle detection.
Classifications: Explosion; explosive atmospheres.
Classifications: Fire; fire safety.
Classifications: Mechanical failure; equipment failure.
Classifications: Inspection and maintenance; asset inspection; equipment maintenance.
Classifications: Rotating machinery; rotating equipment.
Classifications: Switchgear; switch gear.
Classifications: Emergency response; emergency preparedness.
Classifications: Fire protection; fire suppression; fire detection.
Classifications: Functional testing; function test.
Classifications: Marine industry; shipping industry; maritime sector.
Classifications: Vessel; aboard ship; onboard vessel.
Summary
The report examines an engine failure followed by a vessel fire.
Themes: hot work and fire, machinery and equipment.