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Month: May 2013

Adrana

Adrana

ADRANA

The 100 meter long, 6366 dwt freighter Adrana allided with the jetty at Bremerhaven, Germany.  The Adrana was attempting to enter the port when it struck the north pier.  The freighter  suffered only minor damage to its bow, but the pier reported significant damage.   No reports of injuries or pollution released.  Reports state the cause of allision was due to a navigational mistake.

 

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Baltia

Baltia

BALTIA

The 224 meter long,  75776 dwt bulk freighter Baltia went aground off Maputo, Mozambique.   The Baltia was leaving Maputo when it stranded blocking traffic going in and out of the port.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.  The Baltia was later refloated the same day and proceed on its voyage to Richards Bay.

 

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Anna

Anna

Photo: lavozdegalicia.es
Photo: lavozdegalicia.es

The 126 meter long, 7712 dwt freighter Anna went aground in Ferrol Bay near San Cristovo, Spain.  The Anna was entering the bay when it suffered engine failure and drifted aground.   No reports of injuries or pollution released.   The Anna was refloated a few hours later by aid of two tugs during the next high tide.  The Anna was en route to Ferrol from Esbjerg, Denmark. More photos can be view at lavozdegalicia.es.

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