The 138 meter long, 9002 dwt container ship Conmar Island became disabled off Norrkoping, Sweden. The Conmar Island was proceeding to a berth when it was pushed into a buoy and the vessel’s propeller got entangled in the buoy anchor chain. The boxship dropped anchor until it was freed a sort time later by the aid of two tugs. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
On May 11, the 40 meter long passenger ship Schaprode allided with a moored fire boat off the Ippen Quay in Stralsund, Germany. Both vessels sustained damage above the waterline. No reports of injuries or pollution released. The water police launch an investigation into the incident and the Schaprode was allowed to continue its voyage to Zingst.
The 74 meter long general cargo ship Scanlark became disabled in a gale in the Baltic Sea off Fehmarn Island, Germany. The Scanlark had sustained engine failure and gone adrift. The crew attempted to drop anchor as the vessel drifted closer to Kiel, but the anchor dragged pushed by the strong winds. Two tugs were dispatched from Kiel to take the Scanlark under tow. The tugs were able to attach a towline, but only after the crew were able to lift the anchors. The vessels proceeded safely to Kiel where the Scanlark berthed. No reports of injuries or pollution released.