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Collision in Kiel Canal

Collision in Kiel Canal

Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Photo: shz.de

The 151 meter long, 10600 dwt container ship Nordic Bremen collided with the 139 meter long, Brandenburg class frigate Mecklenburg-Vorpommern in the Kiel Canal near Shulp, Germany. The two vessels were passing in the canal when strong gust of wind caused the vessels to strike head-on. The Nordic Bremen suffered breaches in the bow and the frigate sustained multiple hull breaches in the bow above the waterline. No reports of injuries on either vessel.

Nordic Bremen

The Nordic Bremen was able to proceed to Kiel under its own power. There it will be detained while authorities conduct an investigation. The Mecklenburg-Vorpommern was escorted by three tugs to Brunsbuettel.  Reports state both vessels with need repairs before they can resume operations.

Carolin G

Carolin G

Carolin G

On December 5, the 88 meter long, 3797 dwt cargo vessel Carolin G allided with some pilings in the Kiel Canal in Brunsbüttel, Germany.  The Carolin G had departed from a nearby quay in Brunsbüttel heading towards the north embankment when it suffered a power blackout after its main engine failed. The crew attempted to slow down the vessel by an emergency anchor, but it was not enough to stop the bow striking the pilings. The Carolin G sustained some dents while two pilings were destroyed. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. The Carolin G was allowed to proceed a few days later on its voyage to Swinoujscie.

Bernhard Schepers

Bernhard Schepers

Bernhard Schepers

The 150 meter long, 10600 dwt container ship Bernhard Schepers ran aground in the Kiel Canal near Schwartenberg, Germany.  The Bernhard Schepers had steered too close to the southern embankment and became stuck.  The boxship remained aground for several hours forcing the canal to be closed until the vessel could be refloated. The Bernhard Schepers was refloated and proceeded to Fredericia where it berthed and inspected for damage.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.