The 176 meter long, 31762 dwt bulk carrier Silverstar ran aground on the Kiel Canal near Kudensee, Germany. The Silverstar was headed east on the canal bound for Lisboa when it ran aground on the canal embankment. The bulk carrier was able to pull itself free a few minutes later and proceeded under its own power. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
The 90 meter long, 4891 dwt general cargo freighter Waaldijk ran aground on the Kiel Canal near Kudensee, Germany. The vessel had lost steering and ran onto the south embankment. The crew requested assistance with a tug dispatched to the scene. The tug Luchs was able to refloat the Waaldijk which proceeded on its voyage. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
The 100 meter long, 5846 dwt tanker Fjordstraum allided with pilings on the Kiel Canal near Kudensee, Germany. The Fjordstraum was attempting to moor when it struck the pilings. The Fjordstraum was undamaged, but the pilings were severely damaged. No reports of injuries or pollution released. The Fjordstraum was able to proceed and locked through the canal later the same day.
