The 96 meter long, 2999 dwt LPG tanker Gas Pasha allided with the Kiel Canal lock and the 88 meter long, 3504 dwt freighter Ferro at Brunsbuettel, Germany. The Gas Pasha suffered a malfunction with its bow thruster when it struck the berthed Ferro and drifted into the side of the lock. Reports state there was just minor damage. No reports of injuries or pollution. The water police are conducting an investigation into the incident.
The 144 meter long, 16613 dwt tanker Sten Baltic went aground on the Kiel Canal near Fischerhutte, Germany. The tanker had lost power after a crewman had disengaged the propulsion system disabling the vessel of its power or steering. The tanker was able to restore power a short time later and proceeded to refloat itself. The Sten Baltic then proceeded to Brunsbüttel where it berthed to be inspected for any damage. The vessel was allowed to continue on its voyage to Amsterdam from Ventspils with its cargo of diesel fuel. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.
The 84 meter long, 2507 dwt freighter Osa went aground on the Kiel Canal. A tug was able to refloat the Osa later the same day. The vessel proceeded to Kiel where it was inspected. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released. The Osa continued on its voyage from Brake to Koge a few hours later. The cause of the accident was navigational error.
