Falklands’ Operation to Rescue FV Argos Georgia 200 Miles East of Stanley

Falklands Major Operation to Rescue Longliner FV Argos Georgia

FV Argos Georgia, the technological advanced longliner which requested assistance some 200 miles east of Stanley

The Falklands Fisheries patrol vessel, FPV Lilibet, is one of several vessels that are sailing to the rescue of Argos Georgia

A major rescue operation is underway to the east of the Falkland Islands to help a fishing vessel in distress. The fishing vessel Argos Georgia, with 27 persons onboard, was taking on water and requested assistance some 200 miles east of Stanley.

Communications were quickly established between relevant authorities and vessels for the rescue mission. The situation onboard the Argos Georgia has worsened, prompting a coordinated effort with surface and air assets deployed for the rescue operation.

Updates will be provided as the situation unfolds. FV Argos Georgia is a technologically advanced longliner flagged in the British Overseas Territory of St Helena island.