Scrap-worker sues European carrier after shipbreaking accident

A worker who was almost killed during the dismantling of a ship in Bangladesh is now suing the vessel's previous owner Zodiac Maritime. This marks the first time that a carrier risks liability for the human consequences of dangerous shipbreaking.

A yard worker who lost his leg during the scrapping of a vessel is now suing the ship's previous owner in a case which could mark the first time that a carrier is held responsible for the human consequences of dangerous scrapping in South Asia.

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