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Hercules Zk-65

Hercules Zk-65

 

Photo: visserijnieuws.punt.nl
Photo: visserijnieuws.punt.nl

The 24 meter long fishing vessel Hercules Zk-65 went ashore at Schiermonikoog, Netherlands.  The Hercules Zk-65 had suffered steering failure with its rudder and drifted ashore.  A rescue vessel arrived on scene along with a salvage company, but their first attempt to refloat the fishing vessel failed.  Another attempt was made on the next high tide the following day.  They were successful  and the Hercules Zk-65 was escorted to Lauwersoog where it was inspected for damage.  No reports of injuries or pollution released.

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Nestor Aground

Nestor Aground

Photo: limerickleader.ie
Photo: limerickleader.ie

On November 24, the 88 meter long, 3675 dwt freighter Nestor went aground shortly after departing from the docks at Limerick, Ireland.  The Nestor had traveled a short distance when it became stuck on a mud bank just outside the port.  A harbor workboat from Limerick attempted to refloat the Nestor, but the ebb tide proved to be too strong.  A tug was dispatched to assist with recovery efforts. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.  The Nestor was en route to Portugal with a cargo of scrap metal.

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Helena Tineke

Helena Tineke

Photo: gelderlander.nl
Photo: gelderlander.nl

The 85 meter long self-propelled barge Helena Tineke struck bottom on the Waal near Beuningen, Netherlands.  The Helena Tineke loaded with coal had struck a crib damaging the vessel’s hull.  The barge’s pumps could not control the water ingress and the vessel made an emergency stop at Weurt.  There local fire rescue assisted in dewatering the Helena Tineke and temporary repairs were made.  No reports of injuries or pollution released.

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