The 75 meter long, 1350 dwt freighter Sterno went aground just outside of the port of Vordingborg, Denmark. The Sterno was leaving the port after unloading its cargo when strong winds push the vessel aground. Divers have inspected the hull for damages. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released. No reports on the salvage plans for the vessel.
The 200 meter long, 35200 dwt freighter Gadwall allided with the 101 meter long, 7121 dwt freighter CEC Faith at St. Petersburg, Russia. The Gadwall was in the approach canal when it struck the CEC Faith which was moored at the time. The CEC Faith had damage to it’s deck and bulwark. A pilot was on board at the time, but no reports to the cause of the allision. No reports of injuries or pollution released on either vessel. Both vessels were in ballast at the time of the incident.
Courtesy of Lane Desborough
The 135 meter long, 8950 dwt container ship Mississipiborg went aground at Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada. The Mississipiborg was attempting to leave port laden with kraft paper at low tide in strong crosswind when it became stuck in the silt and sand. The vessel was refloated two hours later on the incoming tide and returned to harbour where it turned around before attempting to leave port again. On the second attempt, the Mississipiborg went aground again a short distance beyond the spot of the first grounding. The vessel remained aground until the high tide where the Mississipiborg was refloated and departed. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.
Pictures of original grounding by Lane Desborough:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/33682449@N06/sets/72157628604873809/with/6587960131/
