The 138 meter long, 9002 dwt container ship Conmar Island became disabled off Norrkoping, Sweden. The Conmar Island was proceeding to a berth when it was pushed into a buoy and the vessel’s propeller got entangled in the buoy anchor chain. The boxship dropped anchor until it was freed a sort time later by the aid of two tugs. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
On May 11, the 158 meter long container ship E. R. Tallinn allided with the lock wall in the Kiel Canal at Brunsbüttel, Germany. The boxship sustained damage to its bow along its port side. The E. R. Tallinn proceeded on to Kiel where it berthed for repairs. The following day the vessel continue on its voyage to Gdynia from Rotterdam. No reports of injuries or pollution released.
The 95 meter long, 4900 dwt cargo vessel Bremer Martha collided with the 158 meter long, 18425 dwt container ship Pollux on the Kiel Canal near Brieholz, Germany. The Bremer Martha had suffered a power blackout and drifted into the path of the Pollux. The Pollux had only slight minimal damage and was able to resume its voyage. The Bremer Martha came to rest on the northern bank of the canal. A tug was requested and freed the Bremer Martha and proceeded to tow the cargo vessel to Rendsburg. No reports of injuries or pollution released.
