ROV from Japan to locate, assess sunken oil tanker

A remotely operated underwater vehicle (ROV) from Japan is being deployed to help locate and assess the sunken oil tanker, MT Princess Empress, off the coast of Mindoro.

The ROV 'Hakuyo' will arrive in the Philippines on March 20 and will conduct visual surveys to determine the condition of the wreck and check for any ongoing oil leaks.

RDC Reield Marine Services contracted the ROV after an extensive search for available options.

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