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Allision in Ushuaia

Allision in Ushuaia

World Voyager
Photo: cruiseindustrynews.com

On January 6, the 120 meter long, 1103 dwt passenger cruise ship World Voyager (IMO: 9871529) allided in the Beagle Channel at Ushuaia, Argentina. The World Voyager broke free from its moorings when strong winds caused its lines snapped. With winds reaching gusts up to 45 miles per hour, the World Voyager was driven away from its berth into the harbor. The crew attempted to gain control of the cruise ship, but it was too late as the World Voyager struck the opposite quay and graze the berthed 205 meter long, 4059 dwt passenger cruise ship Viking Octantis (IMO: 9863194).

Fortunately, both vessels did not suffer any injuries or major damage. The Viking Octantis did sustained damage to a stern railing while the World Voyager sustained bow damage above the waterline. Argentine authorities had both vessels inspected for seaworthiness. Reports state both vessels were able to proceed on their scheduled voyages to the Antarctica.

Hull Barge Stuck

Hull Barge Stuck

Hull Barge
Photo: bbc.com

On the evening of January 5, local authorities in Hull, England reported a barge (name not disclosed) struck a bridge on the River Hull.  The barge was had been unmoored and drifted until became stuck under the bridge. The vessel remained wedged under the bridge until the water level lowered on the ebbing tide.

Hull Barge
Photo: bbc.com

Local police, fire and emergency services were on site diverting traffic until the barge could be pulled free. Authorities suspect that the barge was intentionally let go from the mooring.

Moby Tommy

Moby Tommy

Moby Tommy
Photo: lextra.news

On January 2, the 212 meter long, 5222 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Moby Tommy (IMO: 9221310) allided in the Tyrrhenian Sea at the port of Civitavecchia, Italy. The ferry was doing a docking maneuver when strong winds caused the vessel to strike the quay. While there was some damage to the Moby Tommy, there were no injuries or any pollution released.

Port authorities conducted a safety inspection while the Civitavecchia Coast Guard surveyed the vessel for seaworthiness. The ferry would be detained and passengers who were scheduled on the followingly evening voyage were transferred to other ships. The cause of the incident is under investigation.