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Brundsbüttel Allision

Brundsbüttel Allision

Bugsier 15
Photo: kn-online.de

The 185 meter long, 42529 dwt bulk carrier Thor Endeavour allided with the 28 meter long tugboat Bugsier 15 allided at the entrance to the lock of the Kiel Canal at Brunsbüttel, Germany. The Thor Endeavour had arrived from Ijmuiden and was being assisted by the tug Bugsier 15 into the lock. Upon entering the lock, the Thor Endeavour allided with the Bugsier 15 pushing the tug into the lock gate.

Thor Endeavour

The Bugsier 15 had suffered just minor damage with part of its fendering torn. The lock gate did sustain some damage requiring a closer inspection.  No reports of injuries or pollution released. The water police did not detain the bulk carrier.  The Thor Endeavour proceeded on it’s voyage through the canal with two tugs assisting.

Spirit of Kona

Spirit of Kona

Spirit of Kona
Photo: uscg

The 65 foot long passenger ship Spirit of Kona ran ashore and later sank near the Kailua-Kona Lighthouse on the island of Hawaii. The vessel broke free as Tropical Storm Darby passed over the island. The Spirit of Kona washed up on the rocks sustaining significant damage before the vessel drifted offshore and sank. No reports of injuries as no one was on board at the time of the incident. Authorities report large chunks of floatsom and diesel fuel along the shore.  The passenger ship had some 600 gallons of diesel fuel on board along with hydraulic and lube oils. Reports state the vessel was valued over 1 million dollars (US).

Oriental Kim

Oriental Kim

Oriental Kim
Photo: seychellesnewsagency.com

The 68 meter long, 1846 dwt fishing vessel Oriental Kim ran aground on the Seychelles near L’ilot, Glacis.  The Oriental Kim was en route to Port Victoria when it ran ashore on the rocky coastline.  The bow of the vessel sustained damage and authorities reported that some oil pollution was spotted around the vessel.  The Coast Guard has placed booms around the vessel to contain any pollution released. The Oriental Kim had some 250 tons of diesel fuel on board at the time of the incident.  No reports of injuries to the 25 crew on board.  Reports state divers have been contracted and have already begun repair work so that tugs can later refloat the vessel.  The Oriental Kim had some 700 tons of fish in its hold.