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Cuxhaven Allision

Cuxhaven Allision

Photo: cn-online.de
Photo: cn-online.de

The 135 meter long, 9200 dwt freighter Merweborg allided with the 154 meter long, 7261 dwt ro-ro freighter Caroline Russ while attempting to dock at Steubenhöft in Cuxhaven, Germany.  As the Merweborg berthed, it’s bow struck the port side of the Caroline Russ along with the quay causing the concrete to break apart.  Both vessels suffered significant damage with multiple hull punctures above the water line.  No reports of injuries or pollution released.  The water police has launched an investigation into the incident. The Merweborg had stopped in Cuxhaven to have a mechanic come on board  as it was proceeding from Carteya Guadarranque to Sundsvall.

Merweborg
Merweborg
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Kelarvi

Kelarvi

Kelarvi

The 81 meter long, 2300 dwt freighter Kelarvi became disabled in the Elbe Estuary near Cuxhaven, Germany.  The Kelarvi had suffered a total power blackout after its main engine failed.  The crew was able to drop anchor to keep the vessel from going aground.   The vessel requested assistance with two tugs responding.  The tugs towed the Kelarvi to Cuxhaven.   There the vessel was repaired and continued on its journey a few days later.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

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