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Master Jet

Master Jet

The 74 meter long, 660 dwt high speed ferry Master Jet allided with the pier at Rethymnon, Greece.   The ferry was attempting to dock with 670 passengers on board with it struck the pier damaging its propeller.   No reports of injuries or pollution released.   The Master Jet was detained for repairs following an inspection.

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Yaakob II

Yaakob II

The 76 meter long, 1484 dwt freighter went aground off Leipsoi Island near Leros, Greece.   The Yaakob II hull was damaged suffering water ingress.   No reports of injuries or pollution released.   A tug was requested and was reported on scene.  The Yaakob II was en route to Latakia, Syria from Aliaga, Turkey with 1500 tons of steel.

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Aqua Hercules

Aqua Hercules

The 192 meter long, 18718 dwt ro-ro ferry Aqua Hercules became disabled off Igoumentsia, Greece.  The ferry was en route to Bari, Italy with 207 passengers when the vessel suffered engine failure.   The ferry was able to reach Igoumentsia under its own power where it safely unloaded passengers and vehicles.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.   Reports state the Aqua Hercules will undergo repairs at Igoumentsia and inspection later.

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