SALVAMAR DRACO

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Fishing vessel towed to Cartagena

On the early morning of Feb 3, 2025, the fishing vessel 'La Margarita' encoutnered engine problems. The gearbox had broken down because the net had been caught in the propeller. The ship was disabled and adrift 1.7 nautical miles from the Portus beach. The 'Salvamar Draco' was deployed to assists the vessel. It was taken in tow and safely pulled to Cartagena. Report with video: https://x.com/salvamentogob/status/1886347967868654037

20 migrants rescued off Cartagena

On Nov 7, the 'Salvamar Draco' rescued 20 migrants about 30 ki,ometers south of Cartagena, who were sailing in a small boat. Once the migrants arrived at the port of Cartagena, they were attended to by Red Cross volunteers before being placed at the disposal of the National Police officers.

Yacht disabled in Cartagena

On June 4, 2024, the sailing yacht 'C.Prior' sufffered an engine failure in Cartagena and requested assistance, as it was adrift in calm winds. The 'Salvamar Drake' was mbolized and took the yacht in tow. Photo: https://x.com/salvamentogob/status/1797952079971144079