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Seba M

January 28, 2012 | Grounding, Ice

The 130 meter long, 11680 dwt freighter Seba M went aground in the Azov Sea port of Mariupol, Ukraine.  The Seba M was entering the port and was pushed out of the navigation channel by ice.   The port tug was requested, but was unable to refloat the Seba M.  An ice breaker was dispatched but was not able to get close to the freighter due to the shallow water.  A towline was taken from the Seba M to the icebreaker and later pulled the freighter free.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.

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Sten Baltic

January 28, 2012 | Disabled, Grounding

The 144 meter long, 16613 dwt tanker Sten Baltic went aground on the Kiel Canal near Fischerhutte, Germany.   The tanker had lost power after a crewman had disengaged the propulsion system disabling the vessel of its power or steering.   The tanker was able to restore power a short time later and proceeded to refloat itself.   The Sten Baltic then proceeded to Brunsbüttel where it berthed to be inspected for any damage.   The vessel was allowed to continue on its voyage to Amsterdam from Ventspils with its cargo of diesel fuel.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.

Sun Spirits

January 22, 2012 | Sank

The 112 meter long, 10903 dwt freighter Sun Spirits sank off the coast near Binorong Point, Cantanduanes, Philippines.  The freighter had developed a list when its cargo of 9,900 metric tons of iron ore shifted in heavy seas.  The vessel sent out a distress call which Philippine Coast Guard and Navy dispatched vessels and helicopters.   The crew of 14 from the Sun Spirits abandoned ship into the lifeboats.   The nearby freighter Oriental Xanadu rescued 11 crew off Rapu-rapu Island.  A fishing boat rescued another 3 crew then brought the crew to the Coast Guard.   No reports of injuries.

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