The 92 meter long ro-ro ferry Gullmaj went aground between Finnsbo and Skår, Sweden. The ferry struck a rock after it suffered a malfunction to the vessel’s steering. The Gullmaj was able to refloat itself an hour later and proceeded back to port where passengers and vehicles were safely unloaded. No reports of injuries or pollution released. The Gullmaj proceeded to a shipyard for further investigation. Reports state the malfunction was a problem with the propeller or rudder.
The 118 meter long, 8250 dwt containter ship Celia and the 9742 dwt freighter BSLE Sunrise went aground near Valencia, Spain. Both vessels had been at anchor when a strong storm struck causing the anchors to drag until both ships were on the beach. No reports of damage, injuries or pollution released. Several tugs were on scene to pull the vessels off the beach. Reports state initial attempts to refloat the vessels were unsuccessful.
The 249 meter long, 113357 dwt tanker Kyeema Spirit went aground on Aegna Island near Tallinn, Estonia. The tanker suffered damage including a hole in a bilge tank. No reports of injuries or pollution released. The Kyeema Spirit was headed to Tallinn in ballast. Three tugs were dispatched to the scene and pulled the tanker free. A pollution prevention vessel was also on scene monitoring the situation. Reports state the port authorities warned the tanker several times before it ran aground. Officials have launched an investigation into the incident.
