The 172 meter long, 10298 dwt ro-ro car carrier Trans Future 2 collided with two Royal Brunei Navy vessels at the port of Muara, Brunei. The Trans Future 2 had lost steering when it’s starboard rudder jammed. The ro-ro car carrier struck into the side of one on the naval vessels. The naval vessel suffered structural damage. No injuries were reported. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
The 105 meter long self-propelled barge Panta Rhei 2 went aground on the Danube near Schnelldorf, Germany. The Panta Rhei 2 had struck a navigation buoy pulling the chain under the hull. The Panta Rhei 2 was able proceed at reduce speed with the chain stuck underneath. The vessel was en route to Regensburg from Passau.
The 80 meter long self-propelled barge Athos attempted to pass the Panta Rhei 2 when it grounded onto a gravel bank. The Athos was en route to Straubing from Passau loaded with 760 tons of corn. The grounding has blocked traffic until it can be refloated. No reports of injuries or pollution released.
The 80 meter long self-propelled barge Getan went aground on the Danube River near Winzer, Germany. The vessel was en route to Russe from Deggendorf when it grounded onto a gravel bar. The master of the Getan had been blinded by the sun and steered the barge out of the fairway. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
