UK submarine put ferry passengers in danger of collision, report finds

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Inquiry says possible collision averted in Irish Sea in 2018 after ferry altered course

A Stena Line ferry in Belfast harbour. The incident occurred after the submarine underestimated the ferry’s speed.A Stena Line ferry in Belfast harbour. The incident occurred after the submarine underestimated the ferry’s speed.Ferry passengers were in immediate danger when a nuclear-powered submarine almost collided with a ship that sailed out of Belfast harbour, an accident investigation report has found.

 

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