Stena Bulk's President and CEO, Erik Hanell, has made a direct appeal to the Prime Minister of India, Mr Narendra Modi, seeking help and assistance with the release of 18 Indian seafarers detained by the Iranian Authorities on board the Swedish owned vessel Stena Impero, for over three weeks, the company said in its release.
He has also made similar appeals to the leaders and Foreign Affairs Ministers of Russia, Latvia and the Philippines with the aim to resolve this situation.
Held on the vessel since July 19, Stena Bulk and Northern Marine Management believe the pressures are growing on both crew and their families and that their immediate release is essential for their well-being.