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Nova Cura

Nova Cura

Nova Cura

The 109 meter long cargo vessel Nova Cura ran aground on the reefs near Lesbos, Greece. The Nova Cura was headed to Aliaga from Istanbul with a cargo of pipes when it went aground. The Nova Cura suffered a hull breach on its starboard side and suffered water ingress in the bow.. No reports of injuries to the seven crew.  Patrol boats along with other vessels responded to the Nova Cura aid. Reports state there was no pollution released.  Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

Alios

Alios

Alios

The 171 meter long, 11400 dwt ro-ro cargo vessel Alios ran aground in the Aegean Sea near Kea Island, Greece. The Alios was headed to Limassol, Cyprus when it went hard aground due to human error. The Alios was unable to refloat itself and requested  assistance.  A tug was dispatched to aid in refloating efforts.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. Local authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

Olga M

Olga M

Olga M
Photo: nautilia.gr

On January 9, the 74 meter long cargo vessel Olga M allided with the Halkida Evripus Bridge at Evia, Greece. The Olga M struck the bridge on the port side of the bow, but neither the bridge or vessel sustained significant damage. The Olga M was able to proceed to a nearby quay where it berthed. No reports of injuries or pollution released.