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Day: November 4, 2025

Maria Rebecca

Maria Rebecca

Maria Rebecca
Photo: inquirer.net

On the morning of November 4, the 48 meter long ro-ro passenger ferry Maria Rebecca (IMO: 7210379) allided in the Sulu Sea at the port of Jolo, Sulu, Philippines. The Maria Rebecca was attempting to berth at the dock in Jolo when it lost control and struck the moored 103 meter long ro-ro passenger ferry Antonia 1 (IMO: 9053440). The bow of the Maria Rebecca struck the aft portion of the Antonia 1.  Both vessels would be later secured with reports of no injuries or pollution released.

The Philippine Coast Guard launched an investigation into the incident. The Coast Guard stated that rough seas conditions and large swells from Typhoon Tino contributed to the allision. The extent of damage for both vessels was not disclosed. Both vessels will undergo inspection and evaluation for repairs.  Both ship captains were advised to file marine protests for documentation.

Kehrheim

Kehrheim

Kehrheim
Photo: kreiszeitung.de

On the morning of November 3, the 24 meter long motor vessel Kehrheim sprung a leak in the Baltic Sea while berth at Burgstaaken, Germany. Reports state the Kehrheim had partially sank during the night after the bilge pump had failed. The local fire brigade was called out which brought dewatering pumps to the scene. Fire fighters deployed a boom around the vessel to contain any pollution while 4 dewatering pumps were able to contain the flooding.  After several hours, the Kehrheim was stable and the bilge pump would be repaired.  No reports of injuries.