Around noon on September 25, the 85 meter long self-propelled tanker-barge Amici (MMSI: 211511880) sprung a leak on the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal near Wijk bij Duurstede, Netherlands. Authorities were alerted that the Amici, loaded with a cargo of manure, was taking on water. The local fire brigade was called out and found the vessel had sprung a leak. Aided by the self-propelled barge Salve (MMSI: 244670076) which help stabilize the Amici, fire fighters attempted to help seal the leak.
Reports state the master of the Amici was not on board the vessel during the incident, but he was notified and proceeded to the vessel. The cause of the leak was not disclosed, but news accounts stated the vessel had suffered prior leaks in the past. No reports of injuries.
