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Research vessel re-emerged in US Navy service years after dock accident
The former 'Petrel' has been converted to the survey ship 'Sarah Lynn' of the US Navy. The late Paul Allen-owned research vessel had found famous World War II ships like the USS 'Indianapolis (CA-35)', USS 'Juneau (CL-52)', the Japanese carrier IJN 'Kaga', the aircraft carriers USS 'Lexington (CV-2)', USS 'Wasp (CV-7)' and USS 'Hornet (CV-8)', among many others. Following Allen’s death, the Navy had bought the 'Petrel' in 2022 for $12.5 million after the estate of the co-founder of Microsoft liquidated some of his assets.. Following the U.S. Navy’s purchase of the ship in 2022, it had capsized in a drydock in Leith on March 23, 2023, resulting in significant damage to the ship. The 'Sarah Lynn' was rechristened in 2025 and was operated by the Oceaneering International on behalf of the sea service as a multi-purpose maritime operations vessel capable of supporting U.S. Navy efforts in maritime domain awareness. The ship’s capabilities make it an ideal platform to survey underwater infrastructure like communication lines and oil and gas pipelines. Report with photo: https://news.usni.org/2026/06/29/world-war-ii-wreck-hunter-rv-petrel-reborn-as-navy-survey-ship-sarah-lynn
Former cew member launched a £7m law suit after suffering life changing injuries
Magin Luis Caballero launched a £7m law suit after suffering life changing injuries when the 'Petrel' tipped over at Imperial dock in Leith on March 22, 2023. He is suing the US government over the incident in which more than 30 people were hurt with some of them sustaining life-changing injuries. Mr. Caballero, from Houston, Texas, worked as an assistant cook on the ship for US Navy contractor Oceaneering International. His lawyers claimed the US government were negligent and failed to provide a safe working environment for Mr Caballero. He is seeking $10 million for "mental anguish, pain and suffering, physical impairment and disfigurement, loss of enjoyment of life, past and future medical expenses, maintenance and cure, attorney's fees and loss of earnings." His legal claim was lodged at US District Court in Texas, but a judge ruled earlier this month the case should be heard in Florida where the 'Petrel' is currently docked. The lawsuit states: "On March 22, 2023, the Vessel was secured in a drydock in Leith, Edinburgh. But Defendant's agents and/or servants failed to properly secure the Vessel in drydock. Around 8.35 a.m., strong winds dislodged the Vessel from its holding, causing the Vessel to topple over. Mr Caballero was working in the galley. He was literally thrown across the galley when the Vessel dislodged from its holding, causing his body to smash into a table. He suffered serious, life-altering injuries. He was transported to the hospital. Mr Caballero was transported back to the United States weeks later. He has been unable to return to work. He continues to need serious, ongoing medical care. Nothing Mr Caballero did or failed to do on the occasion in question caused or in any way contributed to cause his injuries. To the contrary, these events were caused by the negligence of the Defendant or its agents and servants. Defendant had a non-delegable duty to provide Mr. Caballero with a reasonably safe place to work and a Vessel, crew, and equipment fit for its intended use. Defendant, directly or through its agents or servants, failed in that regard."
Investigations still underway one year after accident in Edinburgh
One year after the 'Petrel' tipped over at the Imperial dock in Leith on March 22, 2023, officers continued to work with the HSE to establish the full circumstances of the incident. Some of the 35 people hurt in the incident sustained life-changing injuries. The investigation into the collapse has been going on for the past 12 months. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) was working with Police Scotland. Lawyers are helping some of the injured with their recovery, but they are yet to see any findings from the investigation. Digby Brown currently support 13 people from four different nations, some of whom have suffered truly catastrophic, life-changing injuries. Their priority is making sure each person has access to enhanced treatment so the outcome of their physical recovery may be as positive as possible.
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