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.
The 180 meter long, 29192 dwt bulk freighter Agios Nikolaos went aground off Lavion, Greece. The vessel was able to be refloated the same day and proceeded to Anayvssos for inspection. The Agios Nikolaos was en route from Egypt to the Black Sea in ballast at the time. No reports of injuries or pollution being released.
The 200 meter long, 21500 dwt vehicle carrier Alliance Norfolk caught fire off Piraeus, Greece. The vessel had dropped anchor waiting for inspection when the fire broke out on one of the vehicle decks. Several fire boats along with the Greek Coast Guard assisted the crew in extinguishing the blaze. No reports of injuries to the 28 people on board the car carrier. No details provided to the extent of damage to the cargo or vessel. The Alliance Norfolk was en route to Saudi Arabia from Jacksonville, Florida with a consignment of cars.
