Zuidenwind

Zuidenwind

Zuidenwind
Photo: hardnieuws.nl

On the afternoon of November 5, the 90 meter long self-propelled barge Zuidenwind (MMSI: 244730834) allided on the Zuid-Willemsvaart Canal in Weert, Netherlands. The Zuidenwind was bound for Born when it there was an incident with a personal watercraft causing the vessel to strike a bridge over the canal. Both the Zuidenwind and the bridge sustained damage from the incident.

The Zuidenwind was still seaworthy and was able to proceed under its own power to Limburg. The bridge was raised allowing the barge to pass, but was unable to completely lower again. Authorities had to close road traffic while the extent of damage was being assessed. The incident is under investigation.

 

Viking Lif

Viking Lif

Viking Lif

On October 30, the 135 meter long self-propelled passenger ship Viking LIf (IMO: 1212480) ran aground on the Danube River near the village of Garla Mare, Romania. The Viking Lif had departed from Turnu Magurele bound for Vienna with 180 passengers and 53 crew when it stranded on a sandbank. The passenger ship remained aground until the following morning when water levels had risen to allow it to be refloated. The Viking Lif continued on its voyage to Austria. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution.

 

 

Maria Rebecca

Maria Rebecca

Maria Rebecca
Photo: inquirer.net

On the morning of November 4, the 48 meter long ro-ro passenger ferry Maria Rebecca (IMO: 7210379) allided in the Sulu Sea at the port of Jolo, Sulu, Philippines. The Maria Rebecca was attempting to berth at the dock in Jolo when it lost control and struck the moored 103 meter long ro-ro passenger ferry Antonia 1 (IMO: 9053440). The bow of the Maria Rebecca struck the aft portion of the Antonia 1.  Both vessels would be later secured with reports of no injuries or pollution released.

The Philippine Coast Guard launched an investigation into the incident. The Coast Guard stated that rough seas conditions and large swells from Typhoon Tino contributed to the allision. The extent of damage for both vessels was not disclosed. Both vessels will undergo inspection and evaluation for repairs.  Both ship captains were advised to file marine protests for documentation.