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M.L. Mosta

M.L. Mosta

M.L. Mosta

The passenger ferry  M.L. Mosta capsized and sank on the Padma River northwest of Dhaka, Bangladesh. The  M.L. Mosta was making a river crossing with some 140 passengers when it was struck amidships by a cargo vessel.  The  M.L. Mosta quickly capsized and sank in 6 meter of water. Initial reports state that 48 bodies were recovered from the ferry. A surviving passenger stated many passengers on deck were rescued, but many were trapped inside when the ferry sank. Authorities have stated an investigation has been launched into the incident.

 

Ferry Kea

Ferry Kea

Kea
photo: stuff.co.nz

The 27 meter long, 341 dwt catamaram passenger ferry allided with the pier at Devonport wharf, Auckland, New Zealand.  The ferry was approaching the pier in calm conditions when it suffered a mechanical breakdown and struck the pier.  Reports state some 15 passengers and crew sustained injuries with 10 persons taken to hospital for treatment. The vessel sustained severe damage with a large gash in the hull above the waterline.  Authorities have detained the vessel while an investigation was launched into the incident.  No reports of pollution released. Witnesses stated they heard a loud bang when the ferry struck. Passengers stated they were thrown off their seats and fell onto the decks.  Many said they suffered only minor cuts and bruises from the incident.

Tourist Ferry Boat Primo

Tourist Ferry Boat Primo

Tourist Ferry Boat Primo
Photo: napoli.repubblica.it

On February 9, the 83 meter long ro-ro passenger ferry Tourist Ferry Boat Primo ran aground in the Tyrrhenian Sea on Ischia Island, Italy. The vessel had departed from Casamicciola with 8 fuel-trucks and drivers with 7 crew.  The ferry was blown ashore after suffering engine problems. A tug was dispatched and attempted to pull the ferry off the beach without success. The Tourist Ferry Boat Primo was released a few days later. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.