The 89 meter long, 2350 dwt freighter Lyrika was struck by another freighter while anchored off Heliogland, Germany. The Lyrika was able to proceed to Cuxhaven to be inspected for damage. The other freighter was tracked down by the police. The master of the vessel failed an alcohol test and required to pay a fine. No reports of injuries or pollution being released. No further details reported.
The 169 meter long, 27917 dwt freighter Sanko Eternal sent out distress signals while off 48 35N, 150 18W. The vessel was en route to Singapore from Portland, Oregon. No further details reported.
The 146 meter long, 15441 dwt tanker Skledros broke free of its mooring lines during a severe storm while berthed at Hirtshals, Denmark. The storm’s wind pushed the vessel from the quay breaking the bollards out of the concrete. Tugs and rescue craft were launched to get the vessel under control. Reports state there was no one on board the vessel at the time. No further details reported.
Report from tv2nord.dk