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Fisktrans

Fisktrans

Fisktrans

On January 25, the 57 meter long fish carrier Fisktrans ran aground and sank near Bodo, Norway.  In stormy seas the Fisktrans had become disabled and went adrift. The fish carrier had its steering system fail and the crew tried in vain make repairs.  Authorities were alerted dispatching a rescue boat and helicopter to the scene.

With strong winds pushing the vessel quickly towards nearby shallow water, the crew dropped the anchor hoping to keep the Fisktrans off the rocks.  The crew hoped the anchor would hold and the vessel would ride out the storm, but the fish carrier had struck bottom. The stern of the Fisktrans had been damaged allowing water ingress.

A Sea King helicopter arrived on scene along with the fishing vessel Gularøy. The helicopter was unable to hoist the crew off the aft deck of Fisktrans as conditions were too rough. Instead, the crew of six had to jump into the sea one by one and then lifted to safety. No reports of injuries.

Fisktrans
Photo: nrk.no

Reports state the vessel sank afterwards by the stern. Authorities will determine if the fish carrier can be salvaged.

Meridian Tres

Meridian Tres

Meridian Tres
Photo: inquirer.net

On November 17, the 86 meter long, 3506 dwt cargo vessel Meridian Tres capsized and sank near  Dawahon Island, Philippines. The Meridian Tres departed from Tacloban City bound for Cebu City with a cargo of 160  20-foot containers.  Gale warnings had been posted but waters were still calm leaving the port.

Six hours later while off Dawahon Island, the seas increased intensity. Heavy seas and strong winds pummeled the cargo vessel.  Before the Meridian Tres could find any shelter, the heavy seas caused the stack of containers on the cargo deck to shift. Unable to maintain stability, the vessel quickly developed a severe list to port. With no hope to save the cargo ship, the master sent out a distress call and ordered the crew to abandon ship.

The Philippines Coast Guard received the call and quickly responded.  Aided by three  nearby vessels (LCT-PMI 8, Filipinas Butuan and Ocean Kingdom), a search and rescue operation to search for survivors. Twenty-eight crew were later rescued, but one crew member was still listed as missing.

Reports state the Meridian Trese continued to float before it finally capsized and sank a short time later. The Philippine Coast Guard has dispatched vessels to monitor the area for possible pollution released.

Ingrid Elisabeth

Ingrid Elisabeth

Ingrid Elisabeth
Photo: tv2.no

On January 17, the 10 meter long fishing vessel Ingrid Elisabeth F41P ran aground off Makkaur Lighthouse near Båtsfjord, Norway. The fishing vessel had suffered engine failure amidst a severe storm. With no power, the crew alerted authorities and requested assistance.  with gusts reaching 40 meters per second, the Ingrid Elisabeth was pushed by the storm towards shore until it wedged between two rocks just off the coast.  A Sea King helicopter arrived on scene, but conditions were too rough and was unable to rescue the crew. A  lifeboat, rescue boat and nearby trawlers arrived on scene, but were also unable to reach the Ingrid Elisabeth. The two crew on the Ingrid Elisabeth donned survival suits and abandoned ship before the fishing vessel finally sank. Reports state the two crewmen were able to reach shore and were in good condition. Both men were later taken to Båtsfjord.