The 93 meter long, 650 dwt ro-ro ferry Lodingen went aground at Bodø, Norway.  The ferry had suffered a technical fault with it’s engine when it was approaching the pier.   The crew steered the vessel towards a beach area where the vessel was intentionally grounded rather than strike the pier.   No reports of injuries to the crew or 55 passengers on board.   Reports state the ferry has had prior breakdowns this year.   In June, the ferry suffered engine failure leaving from Bodø and remained adrift for an hour before the crew was able to get the engine back up and running.  No further details reported.