Iris I

On the afternoon of August 31, the 113.5 meter long, 7670 dwt cargo vessel Iris I (IMO: 9341172) allided in the Jade Bight at Wilhelmshaven, Germany. The Iris I, loaded with gravel, approached the sea locks at Wilhelmshaven when an operational error was made by the master of the vessel. The error caused an engine failure on the cargo vessel resulting in the bow of the Iris I striking the sea lock. The sea lock suffered only minor damage, but the bulbous bow of the Iris I was partially crushed. However, the cargo vessel was able to proceed under its own power to its berth.
After the incident, the water police launched an investigation. The Iris I was inspected and the vessel was detained. No reports of injuries or pollution released.