In December, the “Northguider” ran aground in darkness and storm on the west side of Nordaustlandet. The 14 people on board had to be rescued in a dramatic operation. Later, the captain and owner were held responsible for the accident and fined. Photo:...
Members of the Norwegian Coast Guard inspect the “Northguider” in July 2019. (Image: Kystverket) The “Northguider” ran aground and sank on December 28, 2018 while trawling in Hinlopen Strait, in the Nordaustlandet Nature Reserve. The 14-strong...