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.
The 96 meter long, 2848 dwt freighter Baska became disabled in the Aegean Sea near Paros Island, Greece. The freighter went adrift after suffering an engine failure while en route to Piraeus from Iskenderun. A nearby tug took the vessel under tow. No further details reported.