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Day: November 24, 2012

Sardinia

Sardinia

The 100 meter long, 4433 dwt freighter Sardinia became disabled near Immingham, England.  The vessel had suffered engine failure shortly after leaving port.   The crew requested assistance with a tug dispatched to the scene.   The Sardinia was taken under tow and proceeded to Hull.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

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Katharina Siemer

Katharina Siemer

The 88 meter long, 3357 dwt freighter Katharina Siemer collided with the  89 meter long, 5045 dwt freighter Angon in dense fog at an anchorage off Brunsbüttel, Germany.  Both vessels were detained at the anchorage by the water police.   No reports of injuries or pollution released. The Katharina Siemer was en route to Le Legue from Sczcecin while the Angon was headed to Sczcecin from Puerto Marin.

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Containerships VI

Containerships VI

The 155 meter long, 13645 dwt container ship Containerships VI allided with the lock wall  on the Kiel Canal at  Brunsbüttel, Germany.   The vessel was entering the gate in dense fog when it struck the lock wall.   Neither the vessel or the lock sustained any damage.   After a short investigation, the Containerships VI was allowed to proceed on its voyage from Terneuzen to Riga.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

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