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Sjouwer

Sjouwer

Sjouwer
Photo: swr.de

On the evening of October 16, the 190 meter long self-propelled barge Sjouwer (MMSI: 244650954) struck the Diffené Bridge over the Bonadieshafen in the industrial port Mannheim, Germany. The Sjouwer was attempting to pass under the bridge when it allided. The wheelhouse was crushed and fell into the river. Additionally, the two vehicles onboard the Sjouwer ended up in the river as well. Fortunately, the master of the Sjouwer was able to escape beforehand and was uninjured.  The Diffené Bridge was inspected and found it had no significant damage with just a few scratches requiring some paint.

On October 17, divers were able to attach ropes and the vehicles were recovered from the river. Damage to the Sjouwer was estimated at 200,000 euros. Reports state the incident was due to a misjudgment of the height of the vessel.  The incident is under investigation.

Sjouwer

Peyton Lynn C

Peyton Lynn C

Peyton Lynn C

On October 17, the 141 meter long, 12193 dwt container ship Peyton Lynn C (IMO: 9295531)  allided with the lock wall on the Kiel Canal at Brunsbüttel, Germany. The Peyton Lynn C was headed for Fredericia from Hamburg when it entered the new south lock at .  While moored in the lock, the boxship struck the wall in the lock. The vessel remained detained for an hour while the incident was investigated and found no significant damage. The Peyton Lynn C was allowed to proceed on with its voyage. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

Breitling

Breitling

Breitling
Photo: ndr.de

On the afternoon of October 16, the 38 meter long ro-ro ferry Breitling (MMSI: 211624750) allided with the ferry dock on the Warnow River at Hohe Düne, Germany. The Breitling had made the four minute crossing from Warnemünde loaded with passengers and vehicles when it suffered engine failure as it approached the dock at Hohe Düne. Unable to slow down, the ferry struck the dock was some force. One person on board was seriously injured along with two others who were only slightly injured. All three were taken to hospital for treatment.

Breitling

The Breitling was taken out of service for repairs while the water police conducted an investigation into the incident.  Reports state the ferry was cleared to resume service later that evening after completing a test run. Authorities have stated the engine failure was due to a technical error.  Reports did not include if the Breitling sustained damage or if any pollution was released from the incident.