Port/Date Gdynia 18-04-2000
To: The Master
of M/V „AGI”
now at the port of Gdynia
LETTER OF PROTEST
I, Tadeusz Kostecki the Master of M/T ŚLĘŻA , acting on behalf of the Owners Ship-Service S.A,hereby reject any responsibility arisen from the spill of oil which resulted entirely from an negligent work of your staff, while my vessel was bunkering Your vessel today at 0200 hrs,as the following accident was discovered by the crew of our vessel .
The pomping rate was as agreeded and the emergency stop button was to yours crew available on your deck all the time.
The referred spill resulted in a noticeable pollution around starboard side of Your vessel.
By the copy given to the Port Authorities I repudiate any responsibilities which may arise from the rerred oil pollution.
I, hold you fully responsible for all losses,costs and claims which may arrise from this matter.
Yours faithfully
Master
Copy: the Owners
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