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Collision in Øre Sound

Collision in Øre Sound

Atlantic Lady
Photo: kustbevakningen.se

The 140 meter long reefer cargo vessel Atlantic Lady collided with the 182 meter long tanker Kraslava in the Drogden Channel, Øre Sound between Malmö, Sweden and Copenhagen. The  Atlantic Lady was en route to Bear Island from St. Petersburg when it was struck by the Kraslava.  The Atlantic Lady sustained significant damage to its superstructure with numerous cabins destroyed.  The Kraslava sustained a large gash to its starboard bow. No reports of injuries or pollution released.  The Atlantic Lady proceeded to an anchorage in Copenhagen.  The Kraslava headed to Køge Bay.  The Kraslava was in ballast from Santa Cruz heading to St. Petersburg.

Kraslava
Photo: kustbevakningen.se
Christine

Christine

Christine

The 52 meter long ro-ro passenger ferry Christine allided with a pole near the harbor on Fejø Island, Denmark. The Christine had become disabled after a lightning strike while making the crossing in heavy rain and strong winds. The ferry was unable to slow down and struck a pole near the ferry landing.  No reports of injuries or pollution released. Reports state the Christine was taken out of service for repairs.

Faxborg aground

Faxborg aground

Faxborg aground shipwreck
Photo: vafo.dk

The 65 meter long cargo vessel Faxborg ran aground in the Vejle Fjord near Vejle, Denmark.  The Faxborg had misssed the turn to the entrance to the fjord when it ran aground.  Authorities responded to the scene dispatching patrol and pollution control vessels.  Tugs arrived the following day and pulled the Faxborg free.  The Faxborg was taken to Vejle where authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.  Reports state none of the crew on board for influence of alcohol.