CMA CGM Mermaid
On May 16, the 200 meter long 24000 gt container ship CMA CGM Mermaid (IMO: 9961283) allided while on the Kiel Canal at Brunsbüttel, Germany. The CMA CGM Mermaid was entering the northern lock aided by two tugs when it struck the masonry of the lock. The CMA CGM Mermaid sustained a two meter long dent along its hull and the lock wall sustained an estimate of over 15000 euros in damage. An investigation found the master made a steering error along with a strong wind were the driving cause of the allision. The CMA CGM Mermaid was allowed to proceed on its voyage. No reports of injuries or pollution released.