The 139 meter long, 7630 dwt freighter Auto Bay allided with the Brunsbüttel lock in the Kiel Canal. The Auto Bay was pushed by strong winds when it’s stern struck a portion of the lock. The lock had a steel cover damaged and the Auto Bay also received some minor damage. No reports of injuries or pollution being released. After a brief investigation, the freighter was allowed to proceed to its destination of Fredericia, Denmark the same day.
The 90 meter long, 4507 dwt freighter Storoe allided with the embankment on the Kiel Canal between Breiholz and Meckelmoor. The Storoe had lost steering when its rudder failed when it hit the southern embankment. The freighter was able to refloat itself and proceed to Brunsbuettel. An inspection was conducted and the Storoe was allowed to continue on its voyage. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.
The 90 meter long freighter Pollux struck the inner gate at the Norther Lock of the Kiel Canal in Brunsbuettel, Germany. The lock suffered significant damage and was taken out of service for several hours for repairs. The gate suffered two large dents underwater while the lighting above was demolished. The bow of the Pollux was dented. The Pollux was detained in Brunsbuettel until it could be surveyed and inspected. Authorities has stated that the Pollux had entered the lock at a too high rate of speed. There were no injuries or pollution released. The Pollux was able to continue on its voyage to Kolding, Denmark.
