The 55 meter long self propelled tanker-barge Spido II became disabled on the Maas River near the locks at Belfeld, Netherlands. The Spido II dropped anchor just above the weir to wait for repairs. When the vessel attempted the raise the anchor, it found the current too strong. Divers were requested, but the crew were able to cut the anchor chain using a grinder. Two vessels then pulled the Spido II to a nearby dock. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.
The 52 meter long sand vessel Stig Halle became disabled off Verrabotn, Norway after suffering engine failure. The vessel requested assistance and the Norwegian Sea Rescue dispatched two lifeboats to the scene. The lifeboats were able to take the Stig Halle under tow and proceeded to Trondheim. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released. Reports state winds were gusting up to 60 km per hour.
The 130 meter long, 10701 dwt boxship Kota Tenaga collided with the 333 meter long VLCC tanker Seeb near Pulau Sebarok in the Strait of Singapore. The Kota Tenaga suffered damage allowing five metric tons of fuel oil to be released into the water. Authorities dispatched response vessels to the scene. An oil boom was placed around the Kota Tenaga while dispersants were used to break up any oil patches sighted in the water. No reports of injuries. Authorities are conducting an investigation into the incident.
