Ingvild

Ingvild
Photo: firdaposten.no

The 99 meter long, 4418 dwt cargo vessel Ingvild ran aground near Florø, Norway. The vessel had been proceeding at full speed when it ran into the shallows. A tug was dispatched and was able to pull the Ingvild free a few hours later. No reports of injuries to the 15 crew, damage or pollution released. Local reports state many vessels have run aground in the area before.

Iolcos Vision

Iolcos Vision

On June 6, the 229 meter long, 87375 dwt bulk carrier Iolcos Vision ran aground on the Paraná River near Ramallo, Argentina. The Iolcos Vision was headed downstream bound for Imbituba, Brasil when it stranded near the 341 kilometer mark. The bulker remained aground for several hours until it was able to refloat itself. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

Ibis Update

Ibis

On June 7, reports state the dredge Ibis has released pollution into the waters off Ullal,  India.  The dredge has been slowly sinking by the stern when a fuel tank was punctured by a large rock.  There is a strong odor of diesel fuel in the air. Locals report other debris has  also begun washing onto the beach.

Ibis

Authorities had stated a team of experts were supposed to be at the wreck site by June 4, but did not arrive until the next day.

Ibis

Another report states that authorities had been instructed to remove fuel and oil off the Ibis, but could not be attempted due to weather and rough seas. Thus, no fuel or oil has been removed from the dredge.