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.
On January 6, the 15 meter long, 10 gt fishing boat Lucky LH482700 caught fire in the English Channel off Ouistreham, France. The fire quickly spread through the vessel’s superstructure forcing the three crew members into a life raft. The crew was rescued by fishing boat Bambino who were later transferred to a French Coast Guard vessel. One crew member sustained injuries and taken for medical treatment in Le Havre. SNSM lifeboats from Ouistreham, Calais and Gravelines along with other vessels arrived on scene, but found the Lucky had already burned to the waters edge. The Lucky sank a few hours later. No reports to the cause of the fire.
The 186 meter long, 6874 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Dover Seaways struck the harbour breakwall while departing Dover, England. The Dover Seaways, loaded with 320 passengers, headed out of the harbour around 8 a.m. on a regular run to Dunkirk…
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