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Amadeus Classic

Amadeus Classic

Amadeus Classic
Photo: rtvnoord.nl

On July 25, the 110 meter long river cruise ship Amadeus Classic allided with a bridge over the Van Starkenborgh Canal in Aduard, Netherlands.  The Amadeus Classic was attempting to pass under the bridge when its rails on the top deck struck the underside of the bridge. The bridge sustained minimal damage, but the rails on the cruise ship were twisted and crushed.  No reports of injures or pollution released.  Reports state the water level in the canal was 20 centimeters higher than normal levels, but within normal operating conditions.

 

Bjørnsund

Bjørnsund

Bjørnsund
Photo: tk.no

On July 24, the 100 meter long ro-ro passenger ferry Bjørnsund allided with a quay in Tømmervåg, Norway. The Bjørnsund was arriving in Tømmervåg from Seivika when it suffered a malfunction as it attempted to berth.  The ferry’s bow struck the quay damaging equipment that raises the ramp.  The Bjørnsund sustained damage to its bow.  No reports of injuries or pollution released. The Bjørnsund was taken out of service and proceeded to Kristiansund for repairs.

Bjørnsund
Photo: tk.no
Issehoved

Issehoved

Issehoved
Photo: facebook

The 22 meter long catamaran passenger ferry Issehoved allided with a quay at Aarhus, Denmark. The Issehoved was approaching the quay when it struck at the bow.  None of the 50 passengers were injured, but the vessel’s bow sustained damage. The Issehoved was towed to a dock and passengers were transferred to another ferry.  Reports state the vessel resumed it schedule the next day.