Timah's vessel hit by fire

A tin sand vacuum vessel, called KIP 19, operated by IDX-listed tin giant PT Timah Tbk in Karimum, Riau Islands, was caught on fire early Friday, but no casualties were reported.

It took about two hours to put off the fire. Karimun police officer Fahmi said that it is still unclear to what caused the fire incident as investigation is still underway.

Kompas quoted Timah Public Relations Head Reni Hutagalung as confirming the incident. (*)