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Texas Cutter

Texas Cutter

Texas Cutter
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The 47 meter long dredger Texas Cutter collided with a barge in the Intracoastal Waterway off Galveston, Texas. The dredge was working off a landing when it became unmoored and went adrift. The crew attempted to stop the drift using the dredge’s spud, a long post that is hammered into the sea floor. The spud was bent by the abrupt stop.  The Texas Cutter remained stuck in the center of the waterway blocking traffic.  No reports of injuries or pollution released. The Coast Guard was on scene to assist on dislodging the dredge. Reports state a barge struck the dredge during the incident, but no reports of damage to either vessel.

Albula

Albula

The 60 meter long dredger Albula allided with the Koninginne Bridge at Rotterdam, Netherlands.  The Albula was passing under the bridge when the vessel became stuck underneath.  Crews were able pull the Albula free a few hours later and bridge traffic was allowed to continue after an inspection.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

 

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Jin Hang Bo 53

Jin Hang Bo 53

Jin Hang Bo 53

The 74 meter long dredger Jin Hang Bo 53 sank at Port Elizabeth, South Africa.   The dredge rests on the harbour bottom.   No reports of injuries.   The crew were later taken ashore.   An inspection found the Jin Hang Bo 53 had its hull holed allowing the water ingress.  Authorities have placed a boom around the vessel to contain any pollution released.   Reports state the vessel will be salvaged later.

 

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