On May 30, the 59 meter long, 1155 dwt offshore supply vessel Urter ran ashore at Storasund, Norway. The Urter was underway when the vessel lost control of its steering and ran up to the shoreline. The bow sustained minimal damage and the crew was able to refloat the Urter later the same day. Authorities were notified and the Urter was later inspected for damage. No reports of injuries or pollution released.
On May 29, the 26 meter long fishing vessel Albacore ran aground near Aurstad, Norway. The Albacore had run aground in the early morning hours while fishing for mackerel near the shoreline. The trawler had run up on the rocks and developed a list to port. The vessel remained aground for several hours before it was able to refloat itself with the rising tide. Authorities were alerted and dispatched a lifeboat to the scene. Divers arrived and later inspected the Albacore’s hull for damage. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
The 144 meter long, 17095 dwt tanker Chem Norma ran aground on the St. Lawrence River near Montreal, Quebec. The Chem Norma had departed from Montreal headed for Sarnia when it grounded near Morrisburg, Ontario. The tanker had suffered steering failure and grounded just outside the navigation channel. Authorities were contacted and inspected the vessel for damage. A survey found no water ingress or pollution released. Reports state the Chem Norma will be refloated assisted by tugs if necessary. No reports of injuries.
