Singapore will seek compensation from the owners the stationary vessel which discharged the oil for the costs it incurred during an oil spill that occurred last week, reported local media CNA on Thursday.

The Maritime and Port Authority informed CNA that Singapore-flagged Marine Honour, which was struck by Netherlands-flagged dredger Vox Maxima, is responsible for the costs incurred to contain and clean up the oil spill and damages to infrastructure.

Has reached out to port authority for comments.

The port authority had earlier stated that the dredger Vox Maxima suffered a sudden loss of engine and steering control just before it struck Marine Honour Terminal at Pasir Panjang.

The rupture of one of the tank's cargo caused fuel oil to spill into the ocean. The oil spilled onto beaches, parks and Sensa Island.

This incident has prompted a massive clean-up across Singapore, with workers laying 3,400 metres booms. They are also launching oil recovery operations in the sea that depend on drone and satellite images and predictive modelling of wind and tide conditions.

Chee Hong-Tat, Transport Minister Chee Hong-Tat said on Facebook that the port authority was quick to ensure there were no more leaks and had sprayed dispersant last Friday after the accident. Chee said that the spill was not caused by port congestion.

It was not possible to reach the shipowners of Marine Honour or Vox Maxima for a comment.