The 81 meter long, 3054 dwt freighter Boca caught fire while off Canakkale, Turkey. The 14 crew on board were evacuated while firefighters were able to bring the fire under control a few hours later. No reports of injuries. The Boca was en route to Psacla from Varna with 2798 tons of wheat. No further details reported.
The 89 meter long freighter Neuland allided with a pier at Brake, Germany. The Neuland was approaching the pier when the strong current caused the stern of the vessel to strike the pier. The vessel suffered minor damage above the waterline, but a crane sustained significant damage. No reports of injuries or pollution released. The Neuland was detained by authorities until an investigation is completed into the incident.
The motor vessel Arita Bauxite sank near Cape Bolinao, Philippines. The vessel was en route to China from Indonesia when it suffered engine problems. The vessel began to roll as it drifted. The crew requested assistance, but before any help arrived, the Arita Bauxite rolled over and sank. Nine of the 24 crew on board were able to reach the 2 liferafts. The men were rescued by the 188 meter long bulk freighter Jin Cheng. One crewman perished when the vessel sank while the remaining 14 were listed as missing. Two of the crew rescued suffered injuries and were airlifted to a hospital at San Fernando. The Philippine Coast Guard launched search and rescue operations looking for any additional survivors.
