On August 21, the 110 meter long self-propelled tanker-barge Somtrans XV ran aground on the Rhine near Millingen, Netherlands. The Somtrans XV was en route to Pernis from Tolkamer when the tanker-barge ran up on the left bank. The Somtrans XV remained aground for several hours until it could be refloated late the same day. Authorities inspected the vessel and found there was no damage or pollution released. The Somtrans XV was allowed to proceed on its voyage on to Pernis.
The 28 meter long sailing passenger vessel Koh I Noor ran aground on the aqueduct at Woudsend, Netherlands. The Koh I Noor was attempting to cross over the aqueduct when the vessel struck bottom. An initial investigation found the sailing vessel had too much draught to safely transverse the aqueduct. Authorities are attempting to refloat the Koh I Noor while divers inspect the aqueduct for damage. No reports of injuries or pollution released.
The 73 meter long self-propelled barge Emri ran aground on the Bol near Breskens, Netherlands. The Emri had departed from Terneuzen with a cargo of sands when it touched bottom. The crew was unable to refloat the vessel and requested assistance. Two tugs along with a KNRM lifeboat arrived on scene and assisted in pulling the Emri free an hour later. The Emri was escorted back to Terneuzen to be inspected. No reports of injuries or pollution released.
