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Hanjin Geneva

Hanjin Geneva

The 278 meter long, 68263 dwt container ship Hanjin Geneva went aground at Port Rupert, British Columbia, Canada.  The container ship was forced to alter its course to avoid a collision with a fishing vessel.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.  The Hanjin Geneva was refloated on the next high tide and proceeded to its berth in port where it will be inspected for damage.

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Sable Island Shipwreck

Sable Island Shipwreck

English: Aerial view of Sable Island, Nova Sco...
English: Aerial view of Sable Island, Nova Scotia, Canada. Taken from NW at approx 1500 ft. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

A 55 foot long fishing vessel sank in the North Atlantic Ocean near Sable Island, Canada.  The crew was able to make a rescue call before abandoning to the vessel’s life raft.  A helicopter was dispatched from Halifax reaching the scene an hour later.  The two crew were picked up safely.  No reports of injuries.   The name of the vessel was not disclosed.

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Maasdam

Maasdam

The 220 meter long, 7406 dwt passenger ship Maasdam allided on the St. Lawrence River at Montreal, Canada.  The Maasdam was attempting to berth when it struck the pier suffering only minor damage above the waterline.  No one was injured and no pollution released.   The vessel was under the control of two local pilots at the time of the incident.  The Canadian Coast Guard has launched an investigation into the accident.

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