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Azov Sea Collision

November 8, 2011 | Collision

The 123 meter long, 3085 dwt tanker Saratov City collided with the 85 meter long, 2780 dwt freighter Ekaterina in the Azov Sea.   The two vessels were attempting to pass when the Saratov City struck the stern of the Ekaterina.   The Saratov City suffered damage to its bow and anchor.   The Ekaterina suffered damage to its engine room along with a hole in the hull above the waterline.  The Ekaterina proceeded to Eisk its destination where it unloaded its cargo of fertilizers.   The Saratov City proceeded to anchor to allow for survey and inspection.

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Aston Trader II Aground

November 5, 2011 | Grounding

The 190 meter long, 55496 dwt freighter Aston Trader II went aground on the San Joaquin River.   The Aston Trader II was proceeding to Stockton when it temporarily lost control and went aground.   The Coast Guard responded to the scene and an inspection showed no significant damage and no pollution being released.  Two tugs were able to free the Aston Trader II and the vessels proceeded to Stockton.   The freighter had no cargo at the time of the incident.  An investigation is being conducted.

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Alma Rudderless

November 5, 2011 | Disabled

The 97 meter long, 4000 dwt freighter Alma became disabled near Hornafjordur, Iceland.  The Alma travelling from St. Petersburg, Russia to Kollafjordur with 3,000 tons of frozen seafood contacted the Coast Guard that the vessel had lost its rudder and was disabled.  A tug was nearby and was able to reach the Alma.   The tug was able to attach a towline and pull the Alma out to sea, but the line broke a few hours later.  Luckily, the Iceland Coast Guard Cutter Thor had arrived on scene and take the Alma under tow.  Both vessels proceeded to Faskrudsfjordur safely.  An inspection of the Alma found the entire rudder had been lost.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.

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