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FN 267 Emilie

FN 267 Emilie

FN 267 Emilie
Photo: maritimedanmark.dk

On the afternoon of December 2, the 19 meter long, 68 gt fishing vessel FN 267 Emilie (MMSI: 219001917) ran aground in the Kattegat at the outer breakwater at Skagen, Denmark. The DSRS dispatched a lifeboat to assist and found the trawler sitting up on the rocks. Initial attempts to pull the FN 267 Emilie free were unsuccessful.  A tugboat and another trawler were ready to assist in pulling the vessel free when the FN 267 Emilie slipped off the breakwater. The fishing vessel proceeded into Skagen. No reports of injuries or pollution released. The extent of damage was not disclosed.

 

Brisen

Brisen

Brisen

On November 30, the 67 meter long, 2103 dwt tanker Brisen (IMO: 9970595) ran aground in the Baltic Sea near Sandhamn, Sweden. The Brisen was en route to Stockholm from Karlskrona with a cargo of bunker oil when it grounded and sustained hull damage. Authorities found the vessel had sustained several holes in the vessel’s ballast tanks. The tanker would be refloated the next day and proceeded to Stockholm. No reports of injuries or pollution released.

Authorities launched an investigation into the incident. Reports state the Brisen did not have a pilot on board at the time of the grounding.

Samantha

Samantha

Samantha

On November 26, the 22 meter long, 61 gt fishing vessel Samantha (MMSI: 219002838) ran aground off the island of Rømø, Denmark. The DSRS dispatched two lifeboats while the DGzRS dispatched a vessel to the scene later the same day. The lifeboats initial attempts to pull the Samantha free were unsuccessful. It would not be until the following morning on November 27 when the lifeboats were able to refloat the trawler. The Samantha was able to proceed safely to Havneby.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.