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Day: March 28, 2025

Wilson Rotterdam

Wilson Rotterdam

Wilson Rotterdam

On the afternoon of March 28, the 88 meter long, 2600 dwt cargo vessel Wilson Rotterdam (IMO: 9557381) became disabled in the North Sea near Bergen, Norway.  The Wilson Rotterdam was headed to Esbjerg from Porsgrunn when it suffered an engine breakdown and power blackout. The cargo vessel went adrift, but the crew was able to complete repairs and restore power. Reports state authorities had tugs and rescue vessels on standby. Authorities have stated there would be an investigation into the incident.

Frederik

Frederik

Frederik
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On March 27, the 154.5 meter long, 18457 dwt container ship Frederik (IMO: 9328637) ran aground on the Kiel Canal near Fischerhütte, Germany. The Frederik departed from Hamburg bound for Klaipeda when it encountered a fault resulting in engine failure near Fischerhütte. The boxship was unable to steer and drifted aground on the embankment.  Authorities ordered all shipping traffic in the area to be halted and dispatched two tugs to assist. The tug Fairplay 54 (IMO: 9021112) and Fairplay 57 (IMO: 9036246) arrived on site and able to pull the Frederik free. The vessel was later towed to a landing where it was moored. Reports state there were no injuries and no pollution released.