Criminal probe launched into cruise ship over potential "magic pipe"
Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard opened a criminal investigation into whether the MSC Poesia illegally discharged oil at sea using a so-called “magic pipe.” The ship was detained at the Port of Miami earlier this month over onboard system deficiencies and was cleared to depart on Thursday.Key Facts
- The investigation concerns an alleged transfer of oil discharge into the ship’s gray-water system.
- Federal law prohibits using a “magic pipe” to discharge oil in this way.
- Gray water includes water from sinks and showers, and ships may discharge it at sea when they are a safe distance from shore.
- The investigation could involve crew members, the vessel’s owner, or others directly involved.
- The Coast Guard detained the MSC Poesia after identifying deficiencies in systems aboard the vessel.
- More than 2,000 people were aboard when the ship was detained.
- In 2016, Princess Cruises pleaded guilty to seven felony charges and was ordered to pay a $40 million fine for dumping oily waste into the ocean.
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