The 70 meter long self-propelled barge Obelix went aground on the Danube River at Ruckasing, Germany. The crew on the Obelix had made a navigation error and had run onto a gravel bank. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. Traffic on the Danube has not impacted as the vessel remains outside the fairway.
The 85 meter long self-propelled barge Hamburg allided with the 74 meter long self-propelled barge Gramper on the Danube River at the Kachlet Lock near Passau, Germany. The Hamburg struck into the Gramper’s stern causing damage to the Gramper’s rudder. Reports state the damage to the rudder was around 25,000 euros. One deckhand on the Gramper was injured when a mooring line snapped. No reports of pollution being released. Both vessels were towed to Passau where the water police have launched an investigation into the incident. Reports state the Hamburg was moving slowly and in ballast which kept damage to a minimum.
The 139 meter long river passenger ship Viking Legend went aground on the Danube River near Strudengau, Austria. The vessel was passing through a narrow section when it became stuck. The pushing towboat Aries arrived on scene and was able refloat the Viking Legend after a few attempts. No reports of injuries or pollution released. The Viking Legend was able to continue on its voyage.
