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Alsten

Alsten

Alsten
Photo: hblad.no

On the afternoon of September 29, the 57 meter long, 223 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Alsten (IMO: 8411009) allided on the Vevelstadsundet Strait at Forvik, Norway. The Alsten was on its normal route from Tjøtta to Forvik when the ferry allided with a wall at its berth in Forvik, The Alsten sustained hull damage with a hole above the waterline. The ferry was taken out of service. No reports of injuries or pollution released.

Godfjord

Godfjord

Godfjord
Photo: an.no

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.