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Collision off Ravenna

Collision off Ravenna

Gokbel
Photo: denizhaber.com

The 87 meter long, 3335 dwt general cargo vessel Gokbel collided with the 104 meter long, 4452 dwt general cargo vessel Lady Aziza off the port of Ravenna, Italy.  The two vessels were in rough seas with strong winds, rain and snow when the Lady Aziza struck the Gokbel. The Gokbel  was maneuvering to align with the entrance to the port when it was hit amidships. The Gokbel quickly flooded and sank. Of the 11 crew on board the Gokbel, five were rescued from the water. All the survivors suffered injuries and were taken to hospital for treatment. Reports state two bodies were recovered, but four were still listed as missing. A small fuel leak was detected from the Gokbel with authorities dispatching a tug with anti-pollution capabilities to Ravenna. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

Pacific Ocean

Pacific Ocean

Pacific Ocean

The 183 meter long bulk carrier Pacific Ocean collided with a fishing boat in the Adriatic Sea between Tremiti Islands and Pelagosa Island. The bulk carrier struck the fishing boat resulting in damaging the fishing vessel.  The fishing vessel stayed afloat and was able to manage to proceed back to Vieste.  No reports of injuries or pollution released. Reports state the Pacific Ocean was able to continue on its voyage.

Ierapetra L

Ierapetra L

Ierapetra L
Photo: lagazzettadelmezzogiorno.it

On November 29, the 139 meter long ro-ro passenger ferry Ierapetra L caught fire off Brindisi, Italy.  The ferry had just departed from Brindisi bound for Bari with 23 crew on board when a fire broke out in the vessel’s engine room.  The crew attempted to douse the blaze, but were unable to control it.  The crew requested assistance with nearby vessels responding.  With assistance, the fire was finally extinguished by the on board fire supression system.  The Ierapetra L turned back to port escorted by three patrol boats. No reports of injuries.  The ferry sustained significant damage to the engine room and had visible signs of heat damage to the hull.