Investigation of foundering of a fishing vessel in the Varangerfjord
The NSIA has decided to investigate the accident involving the fishing vessel Amalie Sofie LG4901. On 5 August 2025, the fishing vessel was out trawling for shrimps when the it listed, capsized and subsequently foundered.
An emergency beacon was activated when the vessel sank, initiating a rescue operation to locate the fishing vessel and its crew.
There were three people on board. Two people survived, while one person has died.
Latest update: 11.08.2025
Facts
| Location | Varangerfjorden |
| Occurrence date | 05.08.2025 |
| Accident category | Foundering |
| Area | Norwegian Territorial Waters |
| Name of vessel | Amalie Sofie |
| Accident type | Fatal Accident, Lost/missing vessel, Capsize |
| Vessel type | Fishing Vessel |
| Register | The Norwegian Ship Register |