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M/L Sulna Express

M/L Sulna Express

The 16 ton wooden-hulled ferry M/L Sulna Express went aground in the Manalik Channel near Tawi-Tawi, Philippines.  The vessel was en route to Bongao when it was pushed off course due to strong current and high winds.  The 20 passengers and five crew were later rescued by another vessel who was dispatched by the Philippine Coast Guard.  Reports state the vessel was only permitted to carry cargo only.   No reports of injuries or pollution released.

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Wilson Newport

Wilson Newport

The 123 meter long, 8321 dwt freighter Wilson Newport went aground in Adriatic Sea near Gios Georgios, Greece.  The vessel struck the island and was hard aground, but no reports of water ingress or pollution released.   No injuries to the 10 crew on board.  Authorities have dispatched an anti-pollution vesel to the scene.   A tug was also standing by in the area.  The freighter was en route to Antwerp from Gemlik, Turkey.

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Volgo-Balt 206

Volgo-Balt 206

The 114 meter long, 3492 dwt freighter Volgo-Balt 206 went aground on the River Don.  The freighter had steered off the navigation channel while another vessel passed.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.   The Volgo-Balt 206 was en route to Poti, Georgia from Rostov on Don.

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