SITC International : MV "SITC CAGAYAN" Successfully Rescued 2 Philippines Fishermen in the Philippines Waters

On December 14, 2023, "SITC CAGAYAN" successfully rescued 2 Philippines fishermen in the Philippine waters. The crew of the "SITC CAGAYAN found that there were people floating on the sea during navigation. After careful observation and confirmation, two water-falling people were lying on a sinking fishing boat, and they were constantly swinging his arms and clothing and moving towards "SITC CAGAYAN".

The Captain of "SITC CAGAYAN" immediately raised the alarm, started the procedure of rescue and quickly gathered all crew members to start rescue. SITC Ship Management immediately launched an emergency plan to coordinate rescue operations.

Due to the high wind and waves in the incident, even if the "SITC CAGAYAN" is close to the fishermen, the rescue is also very difficult. Throwing out the life-saving circle, putting down the rope ladder and safety net are not enough to safely rescue the fishermen. The captain immediately decided to release the lifeboat, and the crew went to help the fishermen together with the lifeboat.

After the fishermen were rescued successfully, the crews of "SITC CAGAYAN" prepared hot water to rinse them, provided them with clean clothes, mineral water, food, milk and blankets etc. After proper care, their physical condition returned well. Even the language difficulties, it is obviously the fishermen are all full of grateful.

Around 15:00, the Philippine Coast Guard officials embarked on the ship to receive the rescued fishermen. The officials are all highly appreciated to timely and professional rescue to the fishermen.

The rescue operation of the "SITC CAGAYAN" has carried forward the spirit of international humanitarianism, fulfilled the social responsibility of the corporate, and showcasing Haifeng's people-oriented values and social responsibility of SITC.