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Month: December 2015

Collision in Kiel Canal

Collision in Kiel Canal

Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Photo: shz.de

The 151 meter long, 10600 dwt container ship Nordic Bremen collided with the 139 meter long, Brandenburg class frigate Mecklenburg-Vorpommern in the Kiel Canal near Shulp, Germany. The two vessels were passing in the canal when strong gust of wind caused the vessels to strike head-on. The Nordic Bremen suffered breaches in the bow and the frigate sustained multiple hull breaches in the bow above the waterline. No reports of injuries on either vessel.

Nordic Bremen

The Nordic Bremen was able to proceed to Kiel under its own power. There it will be detained while authorities conduct an investigation. The Mecklenburg-Vorpommern was escorted by three tugs to Brunsbuettel.  Reports state both vessels with need repairs before they can resume operations.

Thames Highway

Thames Highway

Thames Highway
Photo: fleetmon.com

On December 8, the 148 meter long, 7750 dwt car carrier Thames Highway allided with pilings at Bremerhaven, Germany. The Thames Highway was being maneuvered by tugs when the vessel struck the pilings. The car carrier sustained a hull breach above the water line. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

Asakaze

Asakaze

Asakaze

The 121 meter long, 11,382 dwt cargo vessel Asakaze ran aground between Minamichita and Himaga Island, Japan. The Asakaze was en route to Kunuura with 10,000 tons of raw sugar from Bangkok when it ran unto shallow water. No injuries to the 18 crew, damage or pollution released.  Authorities state a salvage vessel was en route to help refloat the Asakaze.