The fishing vessel Fa Tsai went aground off Itbayat Island,Batanes, Philippines. The fishing vessel was empty when grounded near the island. All 5 crew were rescued by the Philippine Coast Guard. No reports of injuries or pollution released. The vessel was later pulled free. No details why the Taiwanese vessel was operating in the area.
The 149 meter long, 19996 dwt tanker MCT Altair went aground on the Kiel canal near Levensau, Germany. The Altair had run onto an embankment and was later refloated with the aid of two tugs later the same day. The tanker was taken to Kiel to be inspected. After finding no damage, the Altair was allowed to continue on its voyage to Batumi, Georgia from Klaipeda. No injuries, damage or pollution released.
The 11 meter long fishing vessel Rygjabuen went aground near Brønnøysundregistrene, Norway. The fishing vessel had struck a shoal in Brønnøy Sound resulting in water ingress. A lifeboat reached the scene and was able to bring the water ingress under control. The lifeboat was able to take the Rygjabuen under tow to Brønnøysund where it went into the yard. No reports of injuries to the 6 crew and no pollution released.
