On the early morning of January 6, the 28 meter long fishing vessel Kvalnes (IMO: 9853450) ran aground near Hellbergsøya, Norway. The Kvalnes sent out a distress call with the NSSR rescue boat Harald V dispatched to the scene. The fishing vessel was found stable, but would remain aground until the next high tide before any attempts to have it refloated. The Kvalnes did not sustain any hull damage, injuries or any pollution released.
On the afternoon of November 14, the 93 meter long, 650 dwt electric ro-ro passenger ferry Barøy (IMO:9607394) caught fire on the Tysfjorden while berthed at a quay in Bognes, Hamarøy, Norway. Reports state the fire may have started when an electric charger exploded on board. The local fire brigade arrived on scene and was able to quickly extinguish the blaze. The eight passengers on board were evacuated off the vessel. No reports of injuries to the passengers or crew on board the Barøy. Reports state the damage had not impacted the vessel’s battery pack, but the extent of damage to the ferry was not disclosed.
On the afternoon of October 29, the 25 meter long, 208 gt passenger ship Tromsø (IMO: 5375204) ran aground in the Tromsøysundet south of the Tromsø Bridge. The Tromsø was proceeding with just its crew onboard from Nord-Lenangenon when a strong wind gust caused the vessel to run up on an uncharted sandbar. The passenger ship remained aground during the low tide until it was able to be pulled free by a tugboat. The Tromsø was towed to the Imes quay where it was inspected for damage. Reports state the hull had just minor damage from the incident. No reports of injuries or pollution released.