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Hein

Hein

Hein
Photo: tixio.de

On the afternoon of July 25, the 107 meter long, 2205 dwt suction dredger Hein (IMO: 7911856) allided on the Weser River at the port of Brake, Germany. Accordingly to the Water Police, the Hein had veered from its course and struck a quay in the port before coming to rest at the edge of the riverbank. The dredger sustained significant bow damage with the hull holed in multiple places, but no reports of injuries from the incident. During the incident, the dredger had struck on the cranes on the quay causing it to topple over onto the vessel. Reports state the crane was smashed onto the deck and tore several hydraulic lines. Authorities confirmed that some hydraulic oil entered the Weser, but the amount was minimal and would evaporate quickly.

The  incident is under investigation.  There was no initial reports to why the Hein changed course.  A salvage company has been contacted to plan how the dredger will be recovered.

Nautical Runa

Nautical Runa

Nautical Runa
Photo: forum-schiff.de

The 200 meter long, 63577 dwt bulk carrier Nautical Runa ran aground on the Weser River near Brake, Germany. The Nautical Runa had been tied up to a quay to unload cargo when it’s mooring lines snapped. The bulk carrier drifted from the quay and ran aground perpendicular to the fairway blocking commercial traffic.  Tugs were dispatched and were able to keep the Nautical Runa in place during low tide. A few hours later with the rising tide, the tugs were able to refloat the Nautical Runa and tow it back to its berth. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

 

Ever Grand

Ever Grand

Ever Grand

The 229 meter long, 81,688 dwt bulk carrier Ever Grand ran aground in Brake, Germany. The Ever Grand had arrived from Aratu with 60,000 tons of soy pellets when it became stuck at the south pier. Two tugs were unable to refloat the bulk carrier initially, but were successful when the tide returned. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.