On June 4, the 64 meter long self-propelled barge Confianza allided with the lock gate at Lelystad, Netherlands. The Confianza was departing from the lock when the gates began to close. The gates struck the side of the Confianza trapping the vessel. The Confianza sustained only minimal damage. There were no reports of injuries or pollution released. The Confianza was later freed a few hours later.
The 110 meter long, 1215 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Schulpengat caught fire while off Den Helder, Netherlands. The fire started in a 400-volt switch in a control room below deck. Crew spotted the smoke and quickly cut electricity to the switch. The crew then pumped CO2 into the space which quickly stopped the smoke. Local authorities were alerted to the situation and two tugs accompanied the ferry back to port. All passengers were safely unloaded and no reports of panic on board during the incident. No reports of injuries or pollution released. Reports state the ferry was taken out of service for further investigation and repairs.
The 63 meter long passenger ship Angela Esmee caught fire while berthed at a quay in Den Helder, Netherlands. The fire started in a waste bin in the wheelhouse. The 57 passengers on board were evacuated off the vessel while local fire brigade brought the blaze under control. No reports of injuries or pollution released. Reports state damage was minimal.