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Elbe Collision

Elbe Collision

The 264 meter long, 51000 dwt container vessel CMA CGM Jamaica collided with the 89 meter long, 3280 dwt tanker Koesterberg on the Elbe River near Hamburg, Germany.  Both vessels were proceeding in a heavy fog when the Jamaica struck the port side of the Koesterberg’s hull.  The tanker suffered a 20 to 30 centimeter hole allowing  water ingress into the ballast tanks causing the vessel to develop a slight list.  No major damage to the CMA CGM Jamaica was reported. Both vessels were able to continue to a quay under their own power.  The tanker will pump out its cargo of fuel to another vessel to allow repair work.  No report of injuries or pollution being released.  An investigation into the incident is being conducted.

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Collision at Hamburg

Collision at Hamburg

The 168 meter long container ship Charlotta collided with the 140 meter long, 11000 dwt container ship Hanse Confidence while docking at Hamburg, Germany.  The Charlotta suffered a technical fault before it rammed the stem of the Hanse Confidence.   The Hanse Confidence suffered extensive damage as the hull was punctured allowing water ingress into the generator and engine rooms.   The Hanse Confidence began to heel and looked as the vessel was going to sink.   However, the emergency services responded quickly.   Pumps were placed on board while containers were unloaded from the deck.   Both operations allowed the Hanse Confidence to sit higher in the water.   When they completed, the hull damage was lifted 50 inches above the waterline.  No reports of injuries.   The Hanse Confidence was towed to Norderwerft Reiherstieg.    The water police is conducting an investigation into the incident.

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Marcelina Allision

Marcelina Allision

The 67 meter long, 851 dwt inland freighter Marcelina allided with the pier in the port of Hamburg, Germany.   The Marcelina had been detained by strong winds in the area, when the vessel rammed against the quay wall.   The result was severe damage to the Marcelina’s bow including a hole below the water line.   The vessel began to fill with water.   The Marcelina contacted local authorities who were able to bring the flooding under control.  The water police is conducting an investigation into the incident.  No reports of injuries or pollution being released.

Photos of the incident at http://www.nonstopnews.de/galerie/13717

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