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Month: January 2019

Cruise Olbia

Cruise Olbia

Cruise Olbia
Photo: ligurianautica.com

The 204 meter long, 6515 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Cruise Olbia allided with the 214 meter long, 4700 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Athara in the port of Olbia, Sardinia, Italy. The Cruise Olbia was being assisted out of the port by tugs when a strong wind gust caused the ferry to strike the port side wing of the bridge of the Athara. Both vessels sustained minor damage and there were no injuries. The Cruise Olbia was able to proceed on its schedule voyage.  The Athara made temporary repairs and was able to leave port later that night.  Reports state both vessels were inspected by local authorities before leaving port.

 

 

 

Fishing Vessel Fire

Fishing Vessel Fire

On January 17, an 85 tonne fishing vessel caught fire off the coast of Narodo Island, South Korea. Authorities were alerted and dispatched a patrol boat to the scene. Authorities were able to extinguish the blaze, but the fishing vessel sustained significant damage to its stern.  One of the 12 crew on board suffered burns from the fire and was taken to hospital. Two crew were listed as missing. Reports state the men may have jumped overboard right after the fire broke out.  Authorities have not released the name of the fishing vessel.

Eastern Glory

Eastern Glory

Eastern Glory
Photo: tribunnews.com

The 131 meter long, 5288 dwt tanker Eastern Glory allided with the Barelang II Bridge in Batam City, Riau Islands, Indonesia. The Eastern Glory had been at anchor off Barelang Root Island when a tug arrived on scene. The tug took the Eastern Glory under tow to re position the tanker so that other vessels could anchor nearby.  The tug struggled to keep the Eastern Glory under control.  Strong currents and wind gusts pushed the tanker overwhelming the tug.  The tug was forced to drop the towline and the Eastern Glory drifted away until it struck the bridge breaking its main mast. No reports of injuries.

The Eastern Glory remained wedged against the bridge for several hours until several tugs arrived and were able to pull the the tanker free. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.  No reports of pollution released.