On the evening of September 11, the 25 meter long two masted schooner Amazone (IMO: 8136867) allided in the Bay of Kiel at Kiel, Germany. The Amazone was maneuvering in the Germania harbour when it’s bow sprit struck a bridge. Authorities stated damage was light with portion of the rail of the bridge only requiring repairs. The bridge remained in operating condition while repairs to the rail and lights. There were no reports of injuries or pollution released.
On the morning of February 6, the 168 meter long, 21298 dwt container ship Essence (IMO: 9491496) collided with the 142 meter long, 9516 dwt container ship X-Press Mülhacen (IMO: 9365960) on the Kiel Canal next to the Holtenau locks at Kiel, Germany. The Essence, en route to Rotterdam from Kotka, was exiting out of the south lock in thick fog when it scraped against the X-Press Mülhacen as it was attempting to enter the north lock. Both vessels were detained while the water police launched an investigation into the incident. After the questioning and inspections were completed a few hours later, the Essence was allowed to proceed on its voyage. Reports state the X-Press Mülhacen was detained until the evening of February 6 before it could continue on its journey to Gdynia. There were no reports of injuries or any pollution released.
On the morning of October 23, the 200 meter long, 61,188 dwt bulk carrier Ultra Infinity (IMO: 9767481) ran aground on the Kiel Canal near Kiel, Germany. The Ultra Infinity was bound for the Baltic Sea when it veered off course in dense fog. Conditions had visibility down to just 100 meters when the bulk carrier struck the canal’s north embankment. The vessel was able to free itself and proceeded to Kiel. The vessel sustained no injuries, water ingress and no pollution was released. Authorities halted traffic for a short period until the visibility improved. The bulk carrier proceeded on to Holtenau for further inspection. The incident is under investigation by the water police.