The 70 meter long tanker TTS 1 collided with the Velsen ferry on the North Sea Canal near Velsen, Netherlands.  The TTS 1 suffered damage to its bow.  The ferry had some damage, but was able to continue on to berth on the north side of the canal.  Ferry passengers were able to safely disembark.  No reports of injuries of either vessel.   The local authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.