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Bluebill

Bluebill

Bluebill
Photo: explica.co

On June 23, the 200 meter long, 37332 dwt bulk carrier Bluebill allided with a railroad bridge while transiting the Panama Canal. The Bluebill had departed from Balboa in ballast and was crossing the Panama Canal towards the Atlantic Ocean when it struck the Chagres River railway bridge. Tugs were alerted and aided the bulk carrier away from the bridge to a nearby anchorage.

The bridge sustained major damage with part of the platform and rails collapsed into the river. Reports state the bulk carrier sustained only slight damage to the bow, but the vessel will be later inspected for possible damage.

Authorities have halted rail traffic and have launched an investigation into the incident. Reports state the rail bridge will be out of service for at least several weeks for repairs. No reports of injuries or pollution released.

Behbahan

Behbahan

Behbahan
Photo: ifpnews.com

On June 4, the 48 meter long, 650 dwt cargo vessel Behbahan allided and sank in the Persian Gulf off Bubiyan Island, Iraq. The Behbahan had departed from Iran bound for Kuwait when it struck an offshore construction. The allision resulted in hull damage and water ingress on the Behbahan. Authorities were alerted and dispatched patrol boats to the scene. Rescuers arrived and found 4 crew were able to abandon ship before the Behbahan had sunk. Five crew were reported missing. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

Jonas Oldendorff

Jonas Oldendorff

Jonas Oldendorff
Photo: www.portlincolntimes.com.au

The 200 meter long, 61148 dwt bulk carrier Jonas Oldendorff allided with the quay at Port Lincoln, Australia. The bulk carrier had entered the port and was attempting to berth when it struck the quay. The Jonas Oldendorff sustained only minor damage to its starboard bow. No significant damage reported to the quay. No reports of injuries or pollution released.

Jonas Oldendorff
Photo: www.portlincolntimes.com.au

The Jonas Oldendorff was later assisted by tugs to its berth. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.