The Grande Argentina takes part in a helicopter SAR exercise
On 17
June, while on her way from Libreville (Gabon) to Santa Cruz de Tenerife
(Spain), the Grimaldi Group’s multipurpose ro-ro vessel Grande Argentina
was invited to participate in a helicopter SAR (Search & Rescue) exercise
conducted by MRCC (Maritime Rescue and Coordination Centre) Tenerife. This
simulated the recovery of a person from a merchant vessel close to Tenerife, by
the rescue helicopter Helimer 201.
The
drill was carried out successfully and the Grande Argentina’s crew were
complimented by local authorities on their cooperative spirit and
professionalism. After the exercise, the ship resumed her voyage.