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Trias Obelix

Trias Obelix

Trias Obelix
photo: gelderlander.nl

The 160 meter long self-propelled barge Trias Obelix ran aground on the Waal near Nijmegen, Netherlands. The Trias Obelix was headed for Schmehausen with a cargo of coal when it struck bottom.  The vessel sustained hull damage and suffered water ingress.  Authorities were alerted who dispatched a response team to the scene.  Dewatering pumps help stabilize the barge and keep the flooding under control.  Another barge arrived on scene and help tow the Trias Obelix to a nearby quay where it could be cleared of water.  Reports state the incident may be the result of the vessel was heavily loaded and the water level was too low.

Trias Obelix
photo: rn7.nl
Stella Maris

Stella Maris

Stella Maris
Photo: rijnmond.nl

The 24 meter long self-propelled barge Stella Maris caught fire on the IJssel at Capelle upon the IJssel, Netherlands. The fire started in the vessel’s engine room while it was proceeding to Rotterdam.  The fire quickly spread through the vessel and engulfed the wheelhouse.  A workboat pushed the Stella Maris to the shore where local fire brigade and boats extinguished the blaze.  The sole person on board was rescued without any injuries.

 

The full extent of damage to the vessel had not been reported.  The cause of the fire was under investigation.

Amadeus Classic

Amadeus Classic

Amadeus Classic
Photo: rtvnoord.nl

On July 25, the 110 meter long river cruise ship Amadeus Classic allided with a bridge over the Van Starkenborgh Canal in Aduard, Netherlands.  The Amadeus Classic was attempting to pass under the bridge when its rails on the top deck struck the underside of the bridge. The bridge sustained minimal damage, but the rails on the cruise ship were twisted and crushed.  No reports of injures or pollution released.  Reports state the water level in the canal was 20 centimeters higher than normal levels, but within normal operating conditions.