The 100 meter long, 4443 dwt freighter Werra became disabled while transiting the Bosphorus. The Werra was en route to Constanta from Tuzla when it suffered engine failure. The crew contacted the vessel traffic control which dispatched a tug and lifeboat to the scene. The tug was able to take the vessel under tow and moored at Büyükdere. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
The 83 meter long, 3417 dwt freighter Widor allided with the south quay at Brake, Germany. The Widor was attempting to do a mooring manuevuer when it suffered a power blackout. The vessel’s generator had failed and the vessel was unable to stop. The crew attempted to stop the ship with an emergency anchoring, but it struck the quay. Reports state the damage to shore facilities was several thousand Euros. No reports of injuries or pollution released. The Widor had arrived from Arhus and was allowed to proceed on to its destination at St. Petersburg after authorities had finished conducting an investigation.
The 105 meter long self-propelled barge Wendelin allided with the pier on the Nieuwe Maas at Bolnes, Ridderkerk, Netherlands. The Wendelin’s bow became wedged under the pier. After 10 minutes, the vessel was able to break free on its own. No reports of injuries or pollution released. Both the pier and vessel suffered significant damage. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
