Singapore says boat ‘lost control’ and hit tanker causing oil spill

An oil spill has blackened parts of Singapore’s southern shores, forcing popular beaches to close.

Netherlands-flagged dredger boat Vox Maxima struck Singaporean fuel supply ship Marine Honor on Friday, after a sudden loss in engine and steering control.

The collision ruptured one of Marine Honor’s cargo tanks, according to authorities, which caused low-sulphur oil to leak into the sea.

While the spill has been contained, tides have washed the oil – which has been treated with dispersants ...