The 24 meter long fishing vessel Adriana Maria TH-7 became disabled near Scheveningen, Netherlands. The fishing vessel had suffered engine and steering problems and requested assistance from the KNRM. The KNRM dispatched a lifeboat to the scene and took the Adriana Maria under tow. Both vessels proceeded back to Scheveningen. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
The 50 meter long, 611 dwt freighter Amurskaya was reported missing in the Okhotsk Sea near the Shantar Islands. Authorities reported that the Amurskaya’s EPIRB distress signal was received. Initial attempts to contact the vessel failed and it is possible the vessel foundered in the bad weather and heavy seas. The authorities have started a search and rescue for the Amurskaya and 11 crew members. Reports state the 84 meter long, 1660 dwt tanker Novik assisted with the search effort. The tanker arrived on the scene where the signal was sent, but found no signs of the crew or vessel. Authorities state it is possible the signal was due to an emergency buoy falling overboard and the Amurskaya could be still afloat.
The 193 meter long, 3752 dwt passenger ship Aidacara allided with a pier near Hamburg, Germany. The Aidacara suffered a dent in the hull near the stern of the vessel. The Aidacara was taken under tow back to port to be inspected. No reports of injuries or pollution released.
