The 152 meter long, 5345 dwt ro-ro ferry Prins Joachim allied with the pier at Gedser, Denmark. The ferry was leaving the pier in bad weather when strong winds gusts pushed the vessel against the quay. The Prins Joachim returned to the quay to be inspected. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released. The ferry was able to depart later the same day for Rostock.
The 70 meter long, 450 dwt ro-ro ferry Odin Sydfyen went aground near the harbour entrance to Tars, Denmark. The ferry was heading into port in bad weather when strong wind gusts drove the vessel onto a sandbar. The Odin Sydfyen was able to refloat itself and proceeded into port under its own power. No reports of injuries to either passengers or crew. The ferry is to be inspected by divers before going back into service.
The 78 meter long tanker Atagun became disabled after suffering an engine failure while on the Maas River near Vlaardingen, Netherlands. The vessel requested assistance and the tugs Thames Bank and Union 7 were able to take the tanker under tow. The vessels proceeded to Rotterdam where the Atagun will undergo repairs. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.
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