The crew of the 315 dwt offshore crew vessel Esnaad 715 abandoned ship in the Bay of Biscay off La Coruna, Spain. The crew alerted the Spanish MRCC that the vessel was in danger of sinking after encountering 10 meter waves. A helicopter was dispatched to the scene and was able to hoist the 5 crewmen to safety. No reports of injuries. Reports state the vessel was still afloat.
The 89 meter long, 3792 dwt freighter Ostgard became disabled after engine failure near the Belle Isle, Bay of Biscay. The crew attempted repairs, but was unable to restart the engine. A salvage tug was dispatched to tow the Ostgard to Saint-Nazaire. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. The Ostgard was en route to Rochefort, France from Sweden with a cargo of lumber.
The 3820 dwt freighter Beaumont went aground in the Bay of Biscay near Aviles, Spain. The Beaumont was approaching the port when it went aground onto the rocks. No reports of injuries to the six crew on board or pollution released. The vessel suffered some damage to a ballast tank. The crew contacted authorities who dispatched a tug to assist in refloating the vessel. The tug was successful with the Beaumont being refloated later the same day during high tide. The Beaumont was towed into Aviles where it docked for repairs. The authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
