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Collision in Bergen Fjord

Collision in Bergen Fjord

The 58 meter long, 1323 dwt freighter Rana Frakt collided with the 46 meter long, 500 dwt live fish carrier Robas in the Bergen Fjord near Bergen, Norway.   The Robas loaded with 100 tons of salmon from Haugesund to Florø
sustain hull damage and water ingress.   The crew elected to run the Robas aground to ensure the vessel did not sink.   The Rana Frakt bound for Sandnes with a cargo of steel sustained some damage to its bow and proceed to Bergen for repairs.  No reports of injuries or pollution being released.   Authorities have reported that alcohol was not a factor in the collision.  The cause of the collision has not been released, but investigators have stated there was no communication between the two vessels prior to the collision.

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MS Straumvik

MS Straumvik

The 50 meter long, 593 dwt freighter MS Straumvik went ashore near Bergen, Norway.   The freighter suffered some damage to its hull with a small hole in the ballast tank.    None of the four crew on board was injured.   Attempts will be made to release the vessel on the next high tide.   The Straumvik was bound for Eikefet in ballast before the grounding.   Initial tests on the crew for alcohol were negative.  Authorities have started an investigation into the incident.

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Cruise Ship Damages Quay

Cruise Ship Damages Quay

The 294 meter long, 92,600 gt cruise ship Costa Deliziosa caused considerable damage to the Skoltegrunns quay at Bergen, Norway.   The cruise ship was preparing for departure when it broke loose ripping the bollards and parts of the quay into the sea.   Reports state 3 people were on the gangway as the Costa Deliziosa pulled away.  They were able to safely get aboard.   Nearly 50 feet of the pier was damaged, but luckily no one was injured.   The Costa Deliziosa was later brought back to the quay to allow remaining passengers to board.   The cause for the cruise ship to break her mooring lines was most likely strong winds.    The vessel left Bergen later the same day bound for Geiranger.

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