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Spirit of Tasmania V

Spirit of Tasmania V

Spirit of Tasmania V
Photo: helsinkitimes.fi

On the evening of November 1, the 212 meter long, 6,400 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Spirit of Tasmania V (IMO: 9936599) ran aground while under construction in Rauma, Finland.  The Spirit of Tasmania V had been secured with additional lines as severe weather approached.  However, the strong winds pushed the ferry away from the pier and broke its mooring lines. The vessel drifted until it ran up against the opposite embankment.

Reports state two barges and a tugboat were between the Spirit of Tasmania V and the embankment which prevented serious damage.  The ferry will undergo inspection for any damage caused by the incident. No reports of injuries or pollution released.

The Spirit of Tasmania V is expected to be completed at the Rauma shipyards by the middle of 2025.

More about this incident at abc.net.au.

 

Alexandra

Alexandra

Alexandra
Photo: hbl.fi

The 23 meter long schooner Alexandra went aground near the west side of Sandhamn near Helsinki, Finland.  The sailing vessel was passing through Kungs Sound when it suffered water ingress. Unable to control the flooding, the crew decided to run the Alexandra aground in shallow water to avoid it possibly sinking.  Authorities were alerted and arrived on scene quickly.  Pumps were placed on board the schooner and were able to dewater the vessel.  Rescue vessel took the Alexandra under tow and proceeded to Skatudden for repairs.  No reports of injuries of the four crew on board.

Ourania

Ourania

Ourania
Photo: hs.fi

The 169 meter long bulk carrier Ourania collided with another cargo vessel in the Gulf of Finland near the Kalbådagrund Lighthouse, Finland. The Ourania was proceeding to Ashdod from St. Petersburg when it’s bow struck into the stern of the undisclosed cargo vessel. The Ourania sustained a hull breach above the waterline, but there were no injuries or pollution was released. Reports state the Ourania and the other vessel were running westbound when the undisclosed vessel slowed down in ice. The Finish Coast Guard dispatched vessels to monitor the area.