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Cruise Olbia

Cruise Olbia

Cruise Olbia
Photo: ligurianautica.com

The 204 meter long, 6515 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Cruise Olbia allided with the 214 meter long, 4700 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Athara in the port of Olbia, Sardinia, Italy. The Cruise Olbia was being assisted out of the port by tugs when a strong wind gust caused the ferry to strike the port side wing of the bridge of the Athara. Both vessels sustained minor damage and there were no injuries. The Cruise Olbia was able to proceed on its schedule voyage.  The Athara made temporary repairs and was able to leave port later that night.  Reports state both vessels were inspected by local authorities before leaving port.

 

 

 

Massimo M

Massimo M

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The 168 meter long, 10320 dwt ro-ro freighter Massimo M suffered a fire in the Tyrrhenian Sea near Olbia, Sardinia.  The fire started in the vessel’s engine room disabling the vessel.   The crew was able to extinguish the blaze using the on board firefighting system.   No reports of injuries and damage was limited to the engine room.  Reports state the Massimo M was taken under tow to Olbia.

 

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