On the afternoon of September 29, the 57 meter long, 223 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Alsten (IMO: 8411009) allided on the Vevelstadsundet Strait at Forvik, Norway. The Alsten was on its normal route from Tjøtta to Forvik when the ferry allided with a wall at its berth in Forvik, The Alsten sustained hull damage with a hole above the waterline. The ferry was taken out of service. No reports of injuries or pollution released.
The 57 meter long, 261 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Alsten allided with a fender at the pier at Søvik, Norway. The ferry was on its regular service when it struck the fender wall. One passenger suffered minor injuries and was taken to hospital and released a short time later. The Alsten was pulled out of service. Authorities state the crew and vessel was in order and that the incident was accidental.
The 57 meter long, 261 dwt ro-ro ferry Alsten allided with the quay at Søvik, Norway. The Alsten was approaching the dock when strong winds pushed it against the quay. All 18 passengers on board were unharmed, but the ferry suffered some damage to it’s hull. The Alsten was unable to maneuver and required two tugs to be berthed. The ferry was pulled from service for repairs.
