Browsed by
Tag: North Sea

Vos Sailor

Vos Sailor

Vos Sailor

The 43 meter long, 405 dwt standby vessel Vos Sailor became disabled in rough seas in the North Sea off Aberdeen, Scotland.    The Vos Sailor suffered significant damage from large waves over 20 feet high and winds over 70 knots.   The vessel suffered damage and severe water ingress quickly flooding the vessel.  A mayday call was sent out as the Vos Sailor became disabled.  Authorities dispatched a helicopter to the scene.   The helicopter was able to winch 11 crewmen to safety.  Reports state one crewman who suffered fatal injuries was left on board the vessel.   One rescuer also suffered minor injuries during the rescue.  The Vos Sailor remained adrift in the North Sea until a tug could reach the scene from Invergordon.  The tug will take the Vos Sailor under tow back to Aberdeen.

Related articles

 

Enhanced by Zemanta
Baltic Ace

Baltic Ace

The 148 meter long, 7787 dwt ro-ro vehicle carrier Baltic Ace collided with the 135 meter long, 8372 dwt container ship Corvus J in the North Sea off the coast of the Netherlands.   The Corvus J struck the Baltic Ace in a snow storm with rough seas.    The Baltic Ace quickly began to fill with water.   The crew of 24 on board scrambled to abandon ship.   The vessel sank in less than 15 minutes leaving no time for the crew to put on protective clothing.   Thirteen crewmen were able to climb into the life rafts.  These men were safely rescued by Coast Guard helicopters and rescue ships.  The men were later taken to hospital for treatment. Unfortunately, five bodies were later recovered leaving six crewmen still missing.   No reports of injuries to the 12 men on board the Corvus J.   The Corvus J suffered damage to its bow, but was in no danger of sinking.   The Corvus J proceeded to an anchorage in the Westerschelde while authorities investigate the incident. The Baltic Ace had some 1,400 Mitsubishi cars in its hold.   The Corvus J was headed to Antwerp from Grangemouth, Scotland.   Early reports state the cause of the collision was most likely from human error.

Related articles
Enhanced by Zemanta
Pioneer Bay

Pioneer Bay

The 101 meter long, 5580 dwt container ship Pioneer Bay became disabled in the North Sea.   The Pioneer Bay was en route to Bremerhaven from Kristiansund when it suffered engine failure.    The vessel went adrift until the crew was able to make repairs and restore partial power.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.   The Pioneer Bay proceeded on towards Bremerhaven at reduced speed.

Enhanced by Zemanta