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Two tankers aground on the Rhine

Two tankers aground on the Rhine

Photo: n-tv.de
Photo: n-tv.de

The 110 meter long self-propelled tanker Emma went aground on the Rhine near Cologne, Germany due to low tide.   Ten minutes later the the 86 meter long self-propelled tanker Newton went aground a short distance away.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.   The Newton was loaded with 1543 tons of petroleum while the Emma was loaded with 1800 tons of diesel. The container barge Henri R later attempted to pull the Emma free.  The outcome was not reported.  The vessels may required to be lightered before other attempts are made.

Photo: n-tv.de
Photo: n-tv.de

 

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Rhine Collision at Cologne

Rhine Collision at Cologne

Photo: ksta.de
Photo: ksta.de

The 40 meter long passenger vessel Willi Ostermann collided with the 95 meter long self-propelled barge Brizo on the Rhine near Cologne, Germany.  The Willi Ostermann was on a wedding party excursion with 150 passengers when it struck the stern of the Brizo.   The bow on the Willi Ostermann was damaged and eight passengers suffered minor injuries.   No reports of pollution released.   The Willi Ostermann proceeded to a shipyard for repairs while the Brizo, undamaged, was allowed to continue to Antwerp with its cargo of salt.  The water police has launched an investigation into the incident.

 

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