Reports state a workboat struck the lift-bridge over the Gouwe River near Waddinxveen, Netherlands. The workboat was passing under the bridge when part of the vessel was caught underneath. The allision cause metal to sheer away injuring one person on board the workboat. The bridge sustained damage and was closed to traffic. Reports state a crane will be needed to repair the bridge.
The 110 meter long self-propelled tanker-barge Eternity ran aground on the Wester Scheldt at Hansweert, Netherlands. The Eternity was proceeding with flammable liquids when it ran aground. Authorities were alerted and tugs were dispatched to the scene. The tugs were able to refloat the tanker and the vessels proceeded to Amsterdam. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
On March 31, the 292 meter long, 59938 dwt container ship Sea Land Meteor ran aground off Flushing, Netherlands. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. The boxship was later refloated on the rising tide assisted by 6 tugs.
