Superspeed 1

The 212 meter long passenger ship Superspeed 1 became disabled off Oksøy Lighthouse, Norway.  The passenger ship was struck by a large wave which damaged the vessel’s bridge causing an engine failure.  The crew was able to restart the engine and the vessel proceeded at reduced speed.  Tugs and Lifeboats were dispatched and escorted the Superspeed 1 to Kritiansand.   No reports of injuries to any of the 350 passengers or 100 crew on board.  Reports state the wave heights were 4 to 5 meters at the time of the incident.  The vessel cancelled later voyage due to the bad weather.

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Steve C Disabled

Photo: USCG

The fishing vessel Steve C became disabled while off Clatsop Spit, Oregon with some 22 tons of fish on board.  The fishing vessel had lost steering and contacted the Coast Guard.   The Coast Guard dispatched a lifeboat from Station Cape Disappointment which proceeded in heavy swells to the scene.   The lifeboat was able to secure a towline to the Steve C and proceeded back to Cape Disappointment.   Both vessels were able to sucessfully cross over the Columbia River bar through 14 to 18 foot swells.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.

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Spirit Of France Grounded

The 213 meter long passenger ship Spirit Of France went aground at Rauma, Finland.   High winds had caused the passenger ship had broke from its moorings and it drifted aground.  The Spirit Of France was pulled free and docked.  The vessel will undergo an inspection for any damage.  No reports of injuries or pollution being released.  The Spirit Of France was being prepared at a shipyard for delivery to its owners at the time of the incident.

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