Finnkraft

Finnkraft

Finnkraft

The 163 meter long, ro-ro cargo vessel Finnkraft caught fire near Helsinki, Finland. The fire started in a heating system on a stairwell in the bow section.  The fire spewed toxic smoke spreading to several decks.  The crew quickly responded and was able to bring the fire under control and later assisted by the local fire brigade in extinguishing the blaze.  The smoke was then later ventilated from the areas impacted.  No reports of injuries.

Atlantic Enterprise

Atlantic Enterprise

Atlantic Enterprise

The 100 meter long research vessel Atlantic Enterprise struck a quay at Eemshaven, Netherlands. The vessel was maneouvering between berths when it allided with the quay. No reports of injuries. Reports state damage was minor to the Atlantic Enterprise.

Lifeboat Bill

Lifeboat Bill

Bill
Photo: fvn.no

The NSSR 14 meter long lifeboat Bill ran aground onto the rocks near Mandal, Norway. The NSSR lifeboat had struck the rocks damaging the hull on both sides. The vessel sustained water ingress and released some oil into the water. One crewman on board sustained minor injuries.   Booms were placed around the lifeboat until a crane barge arrived and removed the Bill off the rocks.