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Safety lessons to the longline fishing industry about safe vessel operations and carrying out emergency drills for unexpected events such as flooding.

• From: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
• Published: 25 September 2026

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Safety flyer to the fishing industry – Argos Georgia

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Safety flyer issued with the investigation report into the foundering of the longline fishing vessel Argos Georgia, approximately 190 nautical miles east of Port Stanley, Falkland Islands on 22 July 2024, resulting in the loss of 13 lives.

The document summarises the circumstances of the accident and provides multiple safety considerations for members of the fishing community. 

This information has been prepared for the:

• fishing industry

Related publication

An investigation report has also been prepared for this accident.

Published 25 September 2026