The 16 meter long fishing vessel Pierre de Jade became disabled off Cape Anifer, France. The trawler had gone adrift after its propeller was fouled by a net. The vessel requested assistance with the French naval vessel Cassiopée responding. The Cassiopée sent several divers to clear the net away from the propeller and shaft. After the work completed, the Pierre de Jade restored propulsion and proceeded to Port-en-Bessin. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
The 138 meter long bulk carrier Finesse became disabled off Le Chalet Saint-Paulois, France. The Finesse was at anchor for several days with a cargo of sugar for Daressalam when it had to depart due to the arrival of stormy weather. As the bulk carrier manoevered away, it suffered a mechanical breakdown. Two tugs were dispatched and took the Finesse under tow. The vessels proceeded to away from the anchorage and will proceed into port when conditions improve. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
The fishing vessel Caiman became disabled in the English Channel off the Island of Ushant, France. The Caiman had suffered engine failure and went adrift. The vessel requested assistance with the fishing vessel Felir responding. Both vessels proceed to the port of Bequeathed. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.