The 55 meter long ro-ro passengers ferry Godfjord ran aground at Forvik, Norway. The Godfjord was approaching the quay in Forvik when the ferry lost steering and ran aground in shallow water. No injuries to the 7 passengers and 2 crew on board. A few hours later the Godfjord was pulled free. Divers were requested to inspect the vessel for damage.
The 98 meter long, 1654 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Menggala collided with the 95 meter long LPG Tanker Gas Melawi in the Sunda Strait off Cilegon, Indonesia. The tanker struck the ferry damaging the bow ramp and port railing. No reports of injuries or pollution released. The Gas Melawi sustained only slight damage. No further details reported.
On January 9, the passenger ferry Corona became disabled off Warwick, Bermuda. The Corona had departed Belmont with 5 passengers and 3 crew when it sustained engine failure. A nearby vessel Princeton aided the disabled Corona. The Princeton towed the Corona to the nearby Ferry Terminal. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. Reports state the vessel was returned to service later the same day.