The 96 meter long, 2999 dwt LPG tanker Gas Pasha allided with the Kiel Canal lock and the 88 meter long, 3504 dwt freighter Ferro at Brunsbuettel, Germany. The Gas Pasha suffered a malfunction with its bow thruster when it struck the berthed Ferro and drifted into the side of the lock. Reports state there was just minor damage. No reports of injuries or pollution. The water police are conducting an investigation into the incident.
The 89 meter long, 4161 dwt freighter Kaie collided with the 114 meter long, 4300 dwt Alteland at an anchorage near Brunsbüttel, Germany. The Kaie was attempting to anchor when the incoming tide pushed it into the stern of the Alteland. The Alteland suffered a hole in the hull above the waterline. The Kaie’s propeller was fouled in the Alteland’s anchor chain. The crews were unable to free the anchor chain and it cut free from the Alteland. The Alteland proceeded to Brunsbüttel where it was inspected. After the inspection, the Alteland proceeded to Kiel for repairs and to pick up a replacement anchor. The Kaie remains at anchorage until divers are able to remove the anchor chain at the next low tide. No reports of injuries or pollution being released.
The 158 meter long, 20731 dwt freighter South River became disabled on the Kiel Canal. The South River had raised anchor which pulled up another anchor with chain from the canal bottom. The freighter proceeded to berth at Brunsbüttel requesting assistance to remove the anchor. A tug and barge were on scene and were able to remove the anchor later that day. The South River proceeded on its voyage from Szczecin to Bizerte. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.
