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Aqua Jewel

Aqua Jewel

The 108 meter long, 461 dwt ferry Aqua Jewel allided with the quay at Kavala, Greece.  The ferry loaded with 40 passengers was departing Kavala bound for Limnos when it struck the quay and two moored vessels.   The Aqua Jewel suffered minor damage with several dents and cracks above the waterline.   The other vessels received minor damage as well.   No reports of injuries or pollution being released.  The Aqua Jewel was detained by the authorities while an investigation is conducted into the incident.

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Erol Senkaya

Erol Senkaya

The 74 meter long, 2772 dwt freighter Erol Senkaya capsized off Zakynthos, Greece.   The Erol Senkaya, loaded with 2200 tons of olive pits, was headed for Zakynthos when the cargo shifted causing the vessel to overturn some 10 miles offshore.   The master along with three crewmen were killed.   Six other crewmen were later saved by rescue vessels.  There is some concern that some pollution will be released from the 10 tons of fuel oil still on board the Erol Senkaya. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

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Parnassos II

Parnassos II

The 97 meter long, 4470 dwt freighter Parnassos II ran aground near Itea, Greece.   The Parnassos II had just left the port of Saint Nikolas when it suffered engine failure causing the vessel to drift aground.   The crew requested assistance with a local tug responding.  The tug was able to refloat the freighter and proceeded to the Bay of Itea.   The Parnassos II dropped anchor in the bay awaiting inspection for any possible damage.   No reports of injuries or pollution released.

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