The 89 meter long cargo vessel Lira allided with the Kerch Strait Bridge over the Kerch Strait, Russia. The Lira was passing under the bridge when it struck the construction site on the bridge. No reports of injuries. The Lira was able proceed to a nearby anchorage before it resume it’s voyage. No details reported on damage to vessel or bridge.
The 82 meter long self-propelled barge Saeftinge allided with a bridge over the Dortmund-Ems Canal near Altenrheine, Germany. The unloaded Saeftinge was en route to Bergeshövede from Spelle when it’s wheelhouse struck the bridge. The wheelhouse was destroyed, but the bridge was undamaged. No reports of injuries to the two crew on board. The Saeftinge proceeded to a nearby quay for temporary repairs.
The 42 meter long fishing vessel Kristin – GK 457 became disabled off Látrabjarg, Iceland. The trawler had suffered engine failure and went adrift. The Icelandic Coast Guard vessel Thor was dispatched to assist. The Thor was able to attach a towline and both vessels proceeded to Reykjavik. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
