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Collision off IJmuiden

Collision off IJmuiden

Photo: KNRM
Photo: KNRM

The 197 meter long, 58758 dwt bulk carrier Bulk Costa Rica and the 180 meter long, 33200 dwt cargo vessel Atlantic Tramp collided off the coast of IJmuiden, Netherlands.  The  Atlantic Tramp’s  bow struck into the mid section of the Bulk Costa Rica.  The Bulk Costa Rica sustained a large dent amidships and damage on deck,but was in no danger of sinking.  The Atlantic Tramp’s bow sustained a breach about 9 meters long, but was 2 meters above the waterline. Both vessels also had damage to their bridges.  No reports of injuries or pollution released.  The KNRM lifeboat Koss van Messel arrived on scene,but found both vessels in no danger and after doing a visual inspection returned to her station. The cause of the collision is under investigation.  Initial reports state conditions were good with visibility reaching  at least 3 miles and swells only 1.5 meters.  The Atlantic Tramp was en route to St. Petersburg, Russia.

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Ruben

Ruben

Ruben
Photo: lc.nl

The 19 meter long towboat Ruben with an empty barge allided with the bridge over the Prinses Margriet Canal at Oude Schouw, Netherlands.  The vessels were able pass under the bridge and moored nearby. Authorities dispatched teams to inspect for damage and investigate the incident. No reports of injuries or pollution released.

Zina

Zina

Photo: nos.nl
Photo: nos.nl

The 181 meter long cargo vessel Zina suffered a fire while berthed at Amsterdam, Netherlands.  The vessel had several containers of phosphine on its deck which caught fire.  Nine crew were injured by the smoke and were taken to hospital.  Local fire brigade arrived on scene and fought the fire using dry sand.  The barrels were removed by a crane. Damage to the vessel was not reported.