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Wilson Rotterdam

Wilson Rotterdam

Wilson Rotterdam

On the afternoon of March 28, the 88 meter long, 2600 dwt cargo vessel Wilson Rotterdam (IMO: 9557381) became disabled in the North Sea near Bergen, Norway.  The Wilson Rotterdam was headed to Esbjerg from Porsgrunn when it suffered an engine breakdown and power blackout. The cargo vessel went adrift, but the crew was able to complete repairs and restore power. Reports state authorities had tugs and rescue vessels on standby. Authorities have stated there would be an investigation into the incident.

Gjemnes

Gjemnes

Gjemnes
Photo: NSSR

On the afternoon of February 28, the 64 meter long, 336 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Gjemnes (IMO: 7814333) ran aground in the Holmestrandsfjorden at Hakan, Norway. The ferry had run up on the rocks off the breakwater and was quickly freed by the crew boat Hørtte (MMSI: 257054700).  The Gjemnes proceeded to the terminal where all passengers and vehicles were unloaded. No reports of injuries or pollution released.  The NSSR conducted an inspection of the hull and found the ferry was undamaged.  The Gjemnes went back into service the next day.

 

Havbris

Havbris

Havbris
Photo: NSSR

On the early morning of February 13, the 14 meter long fishing vessel Havbris (MMSI: 257253620) ran aground in the Magerøy Sound near Honningsvåg, Norway. The fishing vessel found itself high and dry on the rocky coast with the outgoing tide.  Fortunately, the two crew on board the Havbris  would be rescued by the 115 meter long passenger ship Havila Polaris (IMO: 9946910) and the NSSR lifeboat Odin. Reports state the Odin would assist salvaging the Havbris  on the next rising tide.  No reports of injuries.