The 135 meter long self-propelled tanker-barge allided with a bridge piling on the Maas River at Rotterdam, Netherlands. The Jade suffered significant damage with the vessel’s hull holed and water ingress. The barge was able proceed through the lock to Rozenburg. Local rescue services were on site and help with stabilizing and de-watering the vessel. No reports of injuries.
The 135 meter long container / self-propelled barge Sensation allided with the Willems Bridge on the New Maas River at Rotterdam, Netherlands. The vessel attempted to pass under the bridge, but the empty containers contacted the bridge, broke free and fell overboard. Several containers were towed to a nearby quay while others sank. The bridge was closed to vehicle traffic while inspectors checked the bridge for damage. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released. Reports state the master of the Sensation misjudged the clearance as the direct cause of the allision. Authorities have started an investigation into the incident.
The 102 meter long self-propelled tanker-barge Piz Everest became disabled on the Maas River near Botlek Rotterdam, Netherlands. The Piz Everest suffered water ingress in the engine room and requested assistance. Two vessels from the port authority were dispatched with pumps. The pumps were able to keep the water ingress under control and the Piz Everest was towed to AVR Botlek. No reports of injuries.
