The 100 meter long, 4452 dwt freighter Wilson Caen allided with the moored 133 meter long , 10569 dwt cable-layer Giulio Verne at Emden, Germany. The Wilson Caen was proceeding into the port when it became disabled after suffering engine failure. Both vessels only suffered slight damage. No reports of injuries or pollution being released. The Wilson Caen was later inspected and allowed to proceed on its voyage to Rorvik.
The 80 meter long, 1130 dwt self-propelled barge Adriana allided with a dock at Emden, Germany. The Adriana’s hull was holed in the bow and there was water ingress. To avoid sinking, the Adriana was driven onto a mud bank. No reports of injuries or pollution being released. The water police responded and supplied a dewatering pump. With the pump installed, the Adriana tried and failed to pull itself off the mud. A tug was requested and the vessel was pulled free the next day. The water police is conducting an investigation into the incident.
