On May 4, the 43 meter long ro-ro ferry Jean Ribault (MMSI: 367475030) allided on the St. Johns River with the ramp at Mayport, Florida. The ferry was attempting to depart from Mayport when it struck the boarding ramp. There were no reports of injuries, but the Jean Ribault was taken out of service after the incident. Reports state the ferry and ramp were being inspected and will undergo repairs as needed. Authorities have launched an investigation into incident.
On the evening of April 29, the 24 meter long, 20 dwt catamaran ferry Fjordcharter Adventure (IMO: 9196723) ran aground in the fjord just outside the port of Nordfjordeid, Norway. The Fjordcharter Adventure was proceeding with just a crew on board when a passing cruise ship and strong winds pushed the ferry onto a sandbank. The ferry would remain aground several hours until the rising tide allowed it to be refloated. No reports of injuries and no pollution was released. Reports state there was no disclosure if the ferry sustained any damage.
On the evening of April 5, the 71 meter long, 681 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Eagle (IMO: 8705864) allided in the Nantucket Sound while departing the harbor on Nantucket Island, Massachusetts. The ferry was on its scheduled voyage to Hyannis when it stuck the outer dolphin on its portside hull. The dolphin broke apart and parts fell into the sea. There were no injuries from the incident.
Authorities state the Eagle did not sustain significant damage and was able to proceed on its normal service. The cause of the allision is under investigation.