On January 19, The 12 meter long fishing vessel Bärbel sank off Nagu, Finland. The Bärbel was fishing when it developed a list to starboard and began to fill with water. The two crew on board abandoned ship and rescued by a nearby trawler Huovari. The Bärbel sank a short time later in 30 meters of water. Authorities dispatched a patrol vessel and helicopter to the scene to inspect the area for any pollution released. No further details reported.
The 80 meter long general cargo vessel Sylvia became disabled in the Gulf of Finland off Kalbådagrund, Finland. The Sylvia, loaded with cement, had suffered engine failure and went adrift. The crew was able to drop anchor and alerted the MRCC. A tug arrived on scene a few hours later and was able to connect a towline to the Sylvia. The vessels proceeded safely to Palkasaare. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
The 97 meter long general cargo vessel Lady Hester ran aground in the Ruotsinsalmi Strait near Kotka, Finland. The Lady Hester was en route to Halla from Rauma with lumber when it ran aground in dense fog. Authorities were alerted and multiple vessels were dispatched to the scene. The Lady Hester was able to refloat itself and was escorted by a tug to Kotka. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. The Lady Hester is to be inspected for damage while authorities investigate the incident.