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Day: May 1, 2025

Fjordcharter Adventure

Fjordcharter Adventure

Fjordcharter Adventure
Photo: nrk.no

On the evening of April 29, the 24 meter long, 20 dwt catamaran ferry Fjordcharter Adventure (IMO: 9196723) ran aground in the fjord just outside the port of Nordfjordeid, Norway. The Fjordcharter Adventure was proceeding with just a crew on board when a passing cruise ship and strong winds pushed the ferry onto a sandbank.  The ferry would remain aground several hours until the rising tide allowed it to be refloated. No reports of injuries and no pollution was released.  Reports state there was no disclosure if the ferry sustained any damage.

 

Cement Trader

Cement Trader

Cement Trader

On the morning of May 1, the 106 meter long, 6392 dwt cement carrier Cement Trader (IMO: 7716763) ran aground on the Western Scheldt at the entrance to Terneuzen, Netherlands. The Cement Trader was headed  to Terneuzen from Setubal when the the vessel became stranded.  Multiple tugs were dispatched and were able to refloat the Cement Trader which proceeded to moor at Terneuzen.  No reports of injuries or pollution released. Reports state that authorities will inspect the vessel for damage.