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Day: January 12, 2025

Kerstin

Kerstin

Käthe Krieger
Photo: main-echo.de

On the morning of January 12, the 110 meter long self-propelled barge Kerstin (MMSI: 244038327) lost control of steering on the Main River near Aschaffenburg, Germany. The Kerstin was proceeding downstream with a cargo of wheel when the vessel lost control of steering at the entrance to the Obernauer Lock. Fortunately, the Kerstin was able to avoid alliding with the moored passenger ship Amadeus Silver II (MMSI: 211682367), but the result the vessel was wedged at a 45 degree angle blocking the lock entrance.

Unable to free itself, the Kerstin requested assistance. The self-propelled barges Käthe Krieger (MMSI: 211476920) and Henneburg (MMSI: 211511390) helped pull the Kerstin free.  No reports of damage to the vessels or the lock. One person was slightly injured while freeing the Kerstin.

Avax

Avax

Avax
Photo: East Cork Rapid Response

On the morning of January 11, a fire broke out on the 225 meter long, 75399 dwt bulk carrier Avax (IMO: 928312) in the Irish Sea while berthed at Ringaskiddy, Ireland. Reports state the fire started by a fault with a piece of cargo handling equipment. The local fire brigades from Carrigaline and Crosshaven were able to contain the blaze. No reports of injuries. No details to extent of damage to the cargo or to the bulk carrier. The Avax had arrived at Ringaskiddy from Liverpool on January 6.