The tanker Vidi loaded with 1250 tons of lubricating oil went aground on the Rhine River near Altrip, Germany. The Vidi was headed for Antwerp when it got stuck in the shipping channel blocking traffic including the ferry service to Mannheim. On the second attempt, the Vidi was refloated by the aids of tugs. The tanker proceeded to Mannheim to be inspected for damage. No reports of injuries and no pollution was released.
The 147 meter long, 13742 dwt container vessel Vega Fynen was reported disabled and adrift off Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. No further details reported.
The 138 meter long, 4019 dwt freighter Volgo-Don 205 went aground on the Tsimlyanskiy Basin, Don River, Russia. The Volgo-Don 205 had dropped anchor due to bad visibility and a few hours later heaved the anchor to continue on its voyage when it went aground. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.
