The chief executive of Arcona Yachts has issued a statement following the sinking of an Arcona 460 in the Pacific Ocean after a rudder stock failure.

According to Marine Industry News, the Swedish-flagged IdaLina sank on Monday (8 April) after its broken rudder stock apparently punched a hole in its hull.

No injuries were reported in the incident, with all crew on the yacht rescued by other vessels nearby.

In a statement on the Swedish boatbuilder’s website, Arcona chief Fredrik Malmqvist said: “At Arcona Yachts, safety is our priority, and we are therefore taking this very seriously.”

Marine Industry News has more on the story HERE.