Federal prosecutors have reached a deferred prosecution agreement with Karthikeyan Deenadayalan, chief engineer of the containership Dali, who admitted violating the Ports and Waterways Safety Act. He failed to report unsafe fuel systems, contributing to a severe maritime incident involving the Dali and the Francis Scott Key Bridge, resulting in fatalities.
Fernando San Diego San Juan, chief engineer of the MSC Michigan VII, pleaded guilty to federal charges following a propulsion failure incident in Charleston Harbor. The mishap exceeded speed limits and prompted bridge closures and beach evacuations. San Juan admitted to neglecting safety protocols, potentially facing a six-year sentence and hefty fines.
The chief engineer of a Chinese-owned ship was sentenced to prison after admitting to breaking environmental laws by concealing the illegal discharge of oily waste. Feu Wang, 38, was given a three-month prison term and fee of $200. The US Coast Guard led the investigation, uncovering fraudulent log entries and improper disposal practices.
