The 157 meter long, 7894 dwt vehicle carrier City of Mumbai became disabled whiel off Kea Island near Piraeus, Greece. The vessel had suffered engine failure and had contacted authorities. The authorities had planned to send a tug to assist the vessel, but the crew was able to make repairs and restore power. The City of Mumbai proceeded to an anchorage near Lavrion where authorities where the vessel was inspected. The vehicle carrier has allowed to proceed on its voyage later the same day. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
The 56 meter long, 696 dwt freighter Niloufar Abi caught fire while moored at Baku, Azerbaijan. The fire started in the cargo hold containing some 500 tons of metal slag. Local firefighters were called in and the blaze was brought under control a few hours later. No reports of injuries or pollution being released.
On May 12, 2012, the 100 meter long self-propelled barge Amandus sank on the Markermeer near Lelystad, Netherlands. The vessel was carrying a cargo of stones when the crew discovered water ingress in the engine room. The crew of three were unable to stop the ingress and requested assistance. The KNRM launched lifeboats from Marken and Enkhuizen along with several other rescue boats proceeded to the scene. A nearby barge reached the Amandus first and safely rescued all three crewmen. No reports of injuries. The Amandus proceeded to sink until it hit bottom leaving the deck awash. Authorities spotted a small amount of oil sheen in the water, but no boom was required. Buoys were placed around the wreck. The police launched an investigation into the incident.
Salvage
Mammoet Maritime arrived on scene and began salvage operations. Two tugs along with other vessels were able to lift the Amandus to the surface by May 17. Photos of the salvage operation can be seen on tugspotters.com
