The 186 meter long, 16494 dwt reefer Magellan Strait allided at the port of Vlissingen, Netherlands. The Magellan Strait was about to berth when it suffered engine failure. The reefer was unable to slow down as it was going astern when it struck another vessel. The unnamed vessel had its bow dented, but there were no injuries on either vessel. Reports state a pilot was on board at the time of the allision. Authorities has launched an investigation into the incident.
The 36 meter long high speed ferry Koegelwieck suffered damage while berthed at the quay in Harlingen, Netherlands. An unnamed self-propelled barge was blown off course while passing by the Koegelwieck. The barge lost control and struck the Koegelwieck pushing the ferry into a piling. The Koegelwieck suffered damaged to its hull and was pulled out of service for repairs. No reports of injuries or pollution released. Reports state bad weather was a factor.
The 85 meter long self-propelled barge Helena Tineke struck bottom on the Waal near Beuningen, Netherlands. The Helena Tineke loaded with coal had struck a crib damaging the vessel’s hull. The barge’s pumps could not control the water ingress and the vessel made an emergency stop at Weurt. There local fire rescue assisted in dewatering the Helena Tineke and temporary repairs were made. No reports of injuries or pollution released.
