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Day: January 18, 2020

Zaanborg

Zaanborg

Zaanborg
Photo: portoravennanews.com

On January 15, the 118 meter long, 7200 dwt cargo vessel Zaanborg allided with the ENI gas platform AGIP 1 off Ravenna, Italy. The Zaanborg had departed from Ravenna bound for Piraeus when it struck the platform. The Zaanborg returned to Ravenna where it was detained.  The cargo vessel had sustained a large gash in the forepeak above the waterline. No details reported on the AGIP 1 as it was not in operation. No reports of injuries or pollution released.

Reports state there was fog in the area at the time of the incident.  Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.