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CSK Glory

CSK Glory

CSK_GLORY

The 289 meter long, 173044 dwt bulk freighter CSK Glory suffered an explosion near Fynshav, Denmark.  The CSK Glory was proceeding in ballast from Apenrade to Kalundborg when it suffered an explosion in its engine room.   The explosion damaged the engine leaving the CSK Glory adrift.   Tugs were requested and took the CSK Glory under tow.  The vessels proceeded to Kongensgade where the CSK Glory will be taken into a shipyard for repairs.  No reports of pollution released.

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Langeland

Langeland

Langeland

The 96 meter long, 972 dwt ro-ro ferry Langeland went aground in dense fog near Taars, Denmark.   The ferry was on its scheduled crossing between Taars and Spodbjerg when it veered out of the channel as the fog reduced visibility to near zero.  No reports of injuries to the 24 persons on board.  The Langeland was able to refloat itself later the same day and proceeded to Taars under it own power.  The Langeland was pulled out of service while divers surveyed the hull for any damage.

 

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Fortuna

Fortuna

Fortuna
Photo: folketidende.dk

The 87 meter long, 3735 dwt freighter Fortuna went aground near Askø, Denmark. The Fortuna was en route to Bandholm from Rønne with 3,000 tons of gravel when it grounded.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.  Initial attempts to refloat the Fortuna on the next high tide failed.  Another vessel was brought to the scene to lightered some cargo before attempting to refloat the vessel again.

 

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