The 105 meter long self-propelled barge Wendelin allided with the pier on the Nieuwe Maas at Bolnes, Ridderkerk, Netherlands. The Wendelin’s bow became wedged under the pier. After 10 minutes, the vessel was able to break free on its own. No reports of injuries or pollution released. Both the pier and vessel suffered significant damage. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
The 63 meter long self-propelled barge Helena went aground on a sandbar at Haringvliet, Netherlands. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. Initial attempts to refloat the Helena failed. Another vessel came to the Helena’s aid, but it also was unable to pull the Helena free. A lighter with a crane arrived the following day and began removing cargo off the Helena so that it could be refloated. Reports state the vessel went aground due to the master of the Helena had fallen asleep. No further details reported.
The 65 meter long self-propelled sand barge Henjor allided with a bridge over the Nieuwe Maas River near Maassluis, Netherlands. The Henjor was trying to enter the inner port when the bridge was lowered too early striking the stern of the vessel. The Henjor suffered damage to its crane and deck equipment while the bridge suffered minor damage. No reports of injuries or pollution released. Reports state the bridge was closed until it can be inspected.
