Starlite Atlantic

Starlite Atlantic

Photo: shipspotting.com
Photo: shipspotting.com

The 634 dwt ro-ro ferry Starlite Atlantic ran aground near Brgy Argao, Malay, Aklan, Philippines. The vessel was anchored off the Caticlan anchorage when high winds and large waves cause the anchor to drag.  The Starlite Atlantic continue to drift when the anchor chain parted and the vessel drifted into the shallows.   No reports of injuries to the 31 crew on board.  The captain reported he will attempt to refloat the vessel on the next high tide.  No reports of damage or pollution released.

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Algonova

Algonova

ALGONOVA

The Halifax Shipping News Reports…

A fire occurred on the AlgoNova 9am this morning, 83km North of Gaspe. JRCC Dispatched a helo  and a C-130 from Greenwood, to the Honuedo Straight. AlgoNova departed Halifax on Friday. Another Commercial Vessel and a CCGS Ship were also standing by to render assistance.

A later report stated the crew of the AlgoNova was able to extinguish the fire while the vessel was in the Honguedo Strait.  No reports of injuries or pollution released.  The 130 meter long tanker was left Halifax en route to Quebec.  The cause of the fire was not reported.

 

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Collision off Wadden Islands

Collision off Wadden Islands

Photo: kotterfoto.nl
Photo: kotterfoto.nl

The 37 meter long fishing vessel Jurie van den Berg collided with the 160 meter long, 13154 dwt offshore jack-up vessel Pacific Orca in the North Sea off the Wadden Islands, Netherlands.  The Pacific Orca was underway to an offshore windfarm while the Jurie van den Berg was returning to Eemshaven.  The fishing vessel sustained damage to its starboard hull along with its mast and boom.  The Pacific Orca had minor damage to its forepeak with dents and scratches above the waterline.  No reports of injuries or pollution released.  Both vessels were able to proceed back to port under their own power.

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