Gulfstream: Mystery oil spill tanker refloated in Trinidad and Tobago

Some 50,000 barrels of oil have leaked since the ship overturned off the Caribbean nation's coast in February.

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The operation was completed on Monday, and the vessel - known only as the Gulfstream - will now be inspected by divers before being towed away, the energy ministry said.

The ship was found with no crew onboard after running aground and overturning off south-western Tobago. No emergency calls were made and local authorities have been unable to find anyone responsible for the incident.

Since then some 50,000 barrels of oil have leaked, damaging the Caribbean island's pristine beaches and prompting the government to declare a national emergency.

In a statement, the energy ministry said the Gulfstream was now afloat in an overturned state 60m (197ft) deep in the sea, secured and supported by tugs.

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