The 80 meter long self-propelled barge Speedo went aground on the Danube River near Regelsbrunn, Austria. The Speedo went aground near where another vessel sank in May 2011 closing traffic during the day. No reports of injuries or pollution released. The Speedo will be lightered before any refloating attempts are made. The vessel was en route to Rotterdam from Passau. Reports state the water level in the area has been lower the last few days.
The 133 meter long, 4768 dwt tanker Volgoneft 102 went aground on the Svir River near the 1095 kilometer mark. The tanker was attempting to drop anchor when it drifted out of the navigation channel. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.
The 26 meter long passenger ferry Altona went aground on the Elbe River. The Altona was headed to Neuenfelde from Blankenese with 30 passengers when the vessel became stuck in the mud at low tide. Four passengers were safely taken ashore by the DLRG. The remaining passengers remained on board for several hours until the rising tide returned. The Altona proceeded to the nearby pier. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.
