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Mariandl

Mariandl

Mariandl
Photo: noen.at

On the afternoon of December 19, the 32 meter long passenger ship Mariandl (MMSI: 203999407) caught fire on the Danube River at the 1999 kilometer marker near the city of Krems an der Donau, Austria. The fire started from an electrical short in the vessel’s engine room while on an excursion voyage.  The vessel alerted local authorities who dispatched firefighters and fireboats from Krems, Palt, Theiß and Traismauer to assist. The crew was able to berth the Mariandl at Krems where it was met by firefighters. While the crew used a fire extinguisher to contain the blaze, firefighters boarded the vessel and finally extinguish the fire.

No reports of injuries to the crew or 25 passengers on board. Reports state the passengers continued on their excursion by tour bus.  The extent of damage caused by the fire was not disclosed. The Mariandl was built in 1954.

Danube Collision off Dürnstein

Danube Collision off Dürnstein

Austria Princess
Photo: noe.orf.at

On June 18, the 40 meter long passenger ship Austria Princess collided with the 73 meter long passenger ship Schönbrunn on the Danube near Dürnstein, Austria. The Schönbrunn was on a cruise from Krems to Dürnstein and back when it suffered rudder failure near Dürnstein. The vessel dropped anchor, but the current cause the anchor to drag allowing the Schönbrunn to gradually drift downstream. The Schönbrunn send out warning alerts to other vessels, but the Austria Princess proceeded towards the disabled Schönbrunn. The Austria Princess continued its approach from astern when it struck on its starboard side into the stern of the Schönbrunn. The Schönbrunn sustained damage to its bulwark and deck while more damage including shattered windows on the Austria Princess. No reports of injuries or pollution released.

The Austria Princess proceeded to Krems where it was able to berth with some difficulty before continuing on to Linz for repairs. The Schönbrunn remained in Dürnstein to be inspected. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

Segesta

Segesta

Segesta
Photo: kurier.at

The 136 meter long towboat Segesta and its two barges were underway on the Danube near Strudengau, Austria when the barges suffered water ingress. The barges loaded with 800 tons of gravel had sprung a leak and begun to fill with water. The barges were secured to the shore and the local fire brigade was requested. The fire brigades from Nabegg and Neustadtl responded with dewatering pumps. Another barge was requested to aid with lightering the cargo of gravel. No reports of injuries.