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Zeus I

Zeus I

Zeus I
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On January 25, the 169 meter long bulk carrier Zeus I became disabled in bad weather in the Mediterranean Sea off Bordj El Bahri, Algeria.  The Zeus I had been asked to leave Algier as bad weather approached. However, the bulker suffered engine failure only 16 kilometers offshore and went adrift as waves reached 8 meters high. The crew quickly requested assistance with two helicopters, naval vessel and a tug responding. The naval vessel was able to connect a line and take the Zeus I under tow. The trio proceeded back to Algier.  No reports of injuries to the 21 crew, damage or pollution released. Reports stated the Zeus I had some 23800 tons of wheat on board at the time.

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Setubal Express

Setubal Express

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The 169 meter long, 13480 dwt ro-ro cargo ferry Setubal Express caught fire in the Mediterranean Sea near Algeria.   The fire started in the vessel’s engine room.  No reports of injuries to the 22 crew on board.  No further details reported.

CMA CGM Oran

CMA CGM Oran

The 103 meter long container ship CMA CGM Oran became disabled near Ras al Hamra, Algeria.  The Oran sent out a distress call to the Algerian authorities.   The authorities dispatched a lifeboat, rescue craft and two tugs to the scene.   The vessel was taken under tow to the port of Annaba.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.

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