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YM Unicorn

YM Unicorn

YM Unicorn
Photo: xindemarinenews.com

On the night of December 11, the 333 meter long, 103,235 dwt container ship YM Unicorn (IMO: 9462732) ran aground off the lighthouse at the entrance to port of Keelung, Taiwan. The YM Unicorn was entering the port of Keelung from Kaohsiung when it veered off course and went aground. The container ship sustained hull damage to its fore-peak tank resulting in water ingress. Authorities dispatched four tugs to assist in refloating the YM Unicorn. The tugs were able to pull the container ship free within 20 minutes and escorted it to its berth. Reports state the vessel undergo repairs before continuing a voyage to Los Angeles, California.

YM Unicorn
Photo: xindemarinenews.com

Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. No reports of injuries or pollution released.

Nautila

Nautila

Nautila
Photo: br.de

On the afternoon of December 10, the 110 meter long self-propelled barge Nautila (MMSI: 211179370) ran aground on the Main River near Karlstadt, Germany. The Nautila wad departing from port with 2000 tons of cement clinker and was proceeding into the river shipping channel when it touched bottom. The barge then swung perpendicular to the river as it was being pulled by the current. The vessel drifted until it became stuck aground. The Nautila sustained some damage to its rudder, but no reports of injuries or pollution released.

Nautila
Photo: n-tv.de

The Nautila remained stuck on the river and need assistance to be freed. Both a tug and icebreaker were able to finally move the Nautila the following day on their fifth attempt. Reports state traffic remains halted until the area can be checked for obstructions.

Amadeus Gold

Amadeus Gold

Amadeus Gold
Photo: ugeavisen.dk

On the night of December 9, the 87 meter long, 2570 dwt cargo vessel Amadeus Gold (IMO: 9479565) ran aground on the Odense Fjord near Odense, Denmark. The cargo vessel had departed from Rotterdam headed for Odense when it ran aground in the shallow waters near the Lindø terminal. A tugboat attempted to pull the cargo vessel free, but it remained stuck. Another attempt on the next morning was unsuccessful as well. Reports state tugs will free the Amadeus Gold on the rising tide.  According to Danish Maritime Authority, the incident is under investigation and the vessel will undergo inspection for damage after it is re-floated. No reports of injuries or pollution released.

Amadeus Gold
Photo: ugeavisen.dk