The 27 meter long fishing vessel Geir Roger became disabled under a bridge at Tromsø, Norway. The Geir Roger was pushed against the bridge piers by strong winds and strong currents and began to list. The NSSR lifeboats were dispatched to the scene. The nearby vessel Barents Ocean arrived on scene and was able to pull the Geir Roger past the bridge. Authorities later inspected the fishing vessel for damage.
The 138 meter long bulk carrier Finesse became disabled off Le Chalet Saint-Paulois, France. The Finesse was at anchor for several days with a cargo of sugar for Daressalam when it had to depart due to the arrival of stormy weather. As the bulk carrier manoevered away, it suffered a mechanical breakdown. Two tugs were dispatched and took the Finesse under tow. The vessels proceeded to away from the anchorage and will proceed into port when conditions improve. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
The fishing vessel Caiman became disabled in the English Channel off the Island of Ushant, France. The Caiman had suffered engine failure and went adrift. The vessel requested assistance with the fishing vessel Felir responding. Both vessels proceed to the port of Bequeathed. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.