On May 5, the 23 meter long fishing vessel Pieter Van Aris became disabled near Callantsoog, Netherlands. The fishing vessel had suffered steering problems in rough seas with waves reaching 3 meters. KNRM lifeboats from Callantsoog and Harlingen came to the aid of the Pieter Van Aris. The lifeboats escorted the fishing vessel into shelter waters and towed it to port. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
On May 5, the 108 meter long, 7868 dwt bulk carrier Ibrahim Bey became disabled off Rhodes, Greece. The Ibrahim Bey was en route to Istanbul from Damietta when it suffered engine failure. The vessel was last reported anchored off Rhodes. No reports of injuries or pollution released.
The 55 meter long, 483 dwt reefer fishing vessel Nadir caught fire while berthed in Goma, Norway. The blaze started in the engine room and spread through other parts of the vessel. The 33 crew on board were able to evacuate while local fire fighters aided in extinguishing the fire a few hours later. No reports of injuries or pollution released. Reports have not released the amount of damage caused by the blaze.
