The thriller with the Norman Atlantic is continuing as efforts to tow it to an italian port proved futile. the ship is currently in the South Adriatic, surrounded by around 12 ships, including tow boats that were unable to tug the burning shop.

The initial decision to tow the ship to Italy met with reaction from the Greek side as the distance from Greece did not surpass 50 nautical miles.

CLICK HERE to watch the course of the ship in the region and the rescue boats surrounding it.