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Opheusdenseveer

Opheusdenseveer

Opheusdenseveer
Photo: gelderlander.nl

On August 6, the 39 meter long ro-ro ferry Opheusdenseveer (MMSI: 244750035) became disabled on the Nederrijn River near Wageningen, Netherlands. The ferry was put out of action when a undisclosed inland vessel had sailed too close to the Opheusdenseveer and become entangled in the guide chains. As the inland vessel continued to proceed the chains dragged the ferry against against a groyne. Both vessels could not be moved blocking traffic on the river. No reports of injuries or pollution released.

Update: The Opheusdenseveer was freed and put back in service on August 13.

Opheusdenseveer

Alfa Nero

Alfa Nero

Alfa Nero
Photo: omroepbrabant.nl

The 85 meter long, self-propelled container barge Alfa Nero (MMSI: 244700592) allided with the bridge over the Empel lock on the Máxima Canal at Empelsedijk, Netherlands. The Alfa Nero was attempting to pass under the bridge when its wheelhouse smashed into the bridge. The wheelhouse was severely damaged, but no reports of injuries or pollution released.

No further details reported on the bridge condition.

 

Meggy

Meggy

Meggy
Photo: schuttevaer.nl

The 80 meter long self-propelled barge Meggy (MMSI: 244700774) was damaged on the Waal River near Weurt, Netherlands. The Meggy had struck a groyne tearing a hole in the vessel’s bow. Unable to control the flooding, the Meggy moored at a quay and requested assistance.  Local fire fighters arrived on scene with a response team and fire boats. While the fire fighters placed pumps and began dewatering efforts, the 135 meter long self-propelled container barge La Terna (MMSI: 244700631) assisted by lashing straps to the Meggy to keep the vessel stable.

Meggy
Photo: destentor.nl

After the vessel is stabilized, divers will inspect the hull and see if the bow can be patched. Reports state the Meggy will required to be lightered before it will be allowed to proceed to drydock for repairs. No reports of injuries.