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Day: September 21, 2012

Huelin Dispatch

Huelin Dispatch

Photo: RNLI

The new 90 meter long, 2500 tonne container vessel Huelin Dispatch went aground  near Alderney, England.  The Huelin Dispatch was on its maiden voyage with containers from Southampton to the Channel Islands when it grounded onto the rock pinnacle Pierre au Vraic.  The vessel contacted the RNLI lifeboat from Alderney which inspected the vessel spotting damage to the Huelin Dispatch’s stern.   The crew also reported that there was some water ingress, but was able controlled by temporary repairs.  No reports of injuries to the eight crew on board.   The container vessel refloated on the rising tide and  proceeded to Falmouth to drydock.

 

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Fjordbas

Fjordbas

Photo: bt.no

The 30 meter long, 91 dwt r0-ro ferry Fjordbas went aground near  Bjelkerøy, Norway.  The ferry went aground after alliding with pier at Bjelkerøy.   The pier was damaged along with another vessel.   No injuries to the two passengers and two crew on board at the time.  The NSSR dispatched a lifeboat to the scene which was able to pull the Fjordbas free. The Fjordbas proceeded to Hjellestad where the ferry will be inspected.  The Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

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