The 50 meter long, 290 dwt research vessel Coriolis II ran aground in the Gulf of St. Lawrence near Pointe-des-Monts, Quebec, Canada. The research vessel struck an uncharted shoal, but did not suffer major damage. No reports of injuries to the 24 people on board. The Coriolis II was able to proceed to Baie Comeau where it was to undergo inspection.
The 97 meter long, 4470 dwt freighter Parnassos II ran aground near Itea, Greece. The Parnassos II had just left the port of Saint Nikolas when it suffered engine failure causing the vessel to drift aground. The crew requested assistance with a local tug responding. The tug was able to refloat the freighter and proceeded to the Bay of Itea. The Parnassos II dropped anchor in the bay awaiting inspection for any possible damage. No reports of injuries or pollution released.
The 88 meter long, 3961 dwt freighter Malta Cement went aground near Mörkö, Sweden. The freighter loaded with 3700 tons of cement suffered slight damage to the hull near the propeller allowing some water ingress. The Swedish Coast Guard dispatched vessels to the scene to monitor the vessel. No reports of injuries or pollution released into the water. Two tugs were on scene as divers conduct an inspection and a salvage plan is worked out.
