Browsed by
Tag: Fishing vessel

Capt R. M. Chase

Capt R. M. Chase

Capt R. M. Chase
Photo: capecodtimes.com

On May 12, the 47 foot long fishing vessel Capt R. M. Chase ran aground on Town Neck Beach near Sandwich, Massachusetts. The vessel was on autopilot when it ran up onto the beach. No reports of injuries to the two crew on board, damage or pollution released. During low tide an excavator was able to dig the vessel out allowing the Capt R. M. Chase to be refloated by two tugs on the next high tide. The fishing vessel proceeded to New Bedford.  Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

Rostein

Rostein

Rostein
Photo: twitter

The 57 meter long fishing vessel Rostein became disabled in Andenes, Norway. The Rostein had its anchor and chain entangled in its rudder.  The vessel requested assistance with a NSSR lifeboat responding. A diver was dispatched and was clear the rudder. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

Catalina

Catalina

Lu Rong Yu 58398
Photo: cctv news

The 225 meter long, 74432 dwt bulk carrier Catalina collided with the fishing vessel Lu Rong Yu 58398 in the East China Sea near Ningbo, China. The Catalina struck the Lu Rong Yu 58398 causing the fishing vessel to capsize and later sink. Nearby fishing vessels responded to the scene and rescued two of the 19 crew of the Lu Rong Yu. The two survivors were later taken to hospital, but later died.The remaining 17 crew were still reported as missing. Chinese authorities have launched search and rescue vessels along with helicopters to look for survivors. No reports of injuries or damage on the Catalina. Authorities in Fujian has launched an investigation into the incident.

Catalina