The 1227 dwt inland tanker North Main became stranded at Baarland, Netherlands. Tugs were soon on location, but the North Main was caught in a receeding tide and nothing could be done until the next tide. On the next tide, the tanker was able to be released and continued its voyage. No reports of injury, damage or pollution being released.
The 54 meter long tanker Nandayou 22 exploded while docked at Guangzhou, China. Reports state that five people were killed with one injured. Authorities were able to extinguish the fire started by the explosion. The number of people on board the Nandayou 22 before the explosion was not known.
The 13031 dwt boxship Nordic Philip became disabled off Kotka, Finland after having engine problems. The vessel requested assistance and the tugs Aku and Mars to Kotka. The vessel later discharged its cargo of containers and is at berth awaiting repairs. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.
