The 60 meter long gravel vessel Sveanord became disabled when a leak developed in the hull while off  Dyrøya, Norway.   The vessel quickly took on water into the engine room shutting down the main engine.   The crew requested assistance and 2 Navy vessels quickly responded.   One Navy vessel towed the Sveanord closer to land.   Additional rescue boats arrived on scene and were able to get the water ingress under control.   No reports of injuries or pollution being released.