SS Federico C. controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2000
Questions surrounding the SeaBreeze sinking
The vessel's loss generated international concern because its reported $20 million insurance exceeded its estimated $5–6 million scrap value. Observers also questioned the reported rapid sinking, the alleged boiler failure, and the decision to remove the crew rather than attempt salvage. Panama was responsible for the investigation because the ship was Panamanian-flagged and sank in international waters.