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Tyrving

Tyrving

Tyrving
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The 28 meter long  high speed passenger ferry Tyrving allided with the quay at Langevåg, Norway. The Tyrving was attempting to berth during a squall when it was pushed against the gangway.  The landing sustained some damage including the gangway, but no crew or passengers were injured. Reports state the passengers heard a loud bang before the dock was pushed down.  No reports of pollution released and no damage to the ferry.

Amerloq

Amerloq

The 64 meter long fishing vessel Amerloq became disabled and went aground on a reef off Rogn Island near Langevag, Norway.  The Amerloq had suffered an engine failure while en route to Tromso before running aground.   A Lifeboat from Ålesund and a helicopter from Florø were dispatched to the scene.  The lifeboat was able to connect a towline to the Amerloq and proceeded to the Fiskerstrand shipyard.   No reports of injuries to the 26 crew on board or any pollution being released.

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