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Safety lessons to the fishing industry about the dangers of lone watchkeeping and fatigue.

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Safety flyer issued with the investigation report into the grounding and subsequent loss of the fishing vessel Crystal Stream (LH 147) on Barmore Island, Loch Fyne, Scotland on 6 June 2025.

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 

An investigation report has also been prepared for this accident.

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Published 7 May 2026

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