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RheinPoesie

RheinPoesie

RheinPoesie
Photo: nrz.de

On the morning of November 25, the 53 meter long passenger ship RheinPoesie (MMSI:221507850) caught fire on the Rhine near Düsseldorf, Germany. The RheinPoesie was proceeding on the Rhine when a mixture of steam and smoke was spotted coming out of the engine room. The vessel proceeded to a nearby jetty where it was met by the local fire brigade. Fire fighters were quickly able to extinguish the fire using a small device.  The entire operation was completed within two hours. No reports of injuries.

RheinPoesie
Photo: tonight.de

One report stated there was sound of an explosion prior to the fire. Damage to the engine room was not disclosed nor the direct cause of the fire. No reports if the water police will conduct an investigation into the incident.

 

Orient Princess

Orient Princess

Orient Princess
Photo: portnews.ru

On the afternoon of November 18, the 150 meter long, 3909 dwt former passenger ship Orient Princess (IMO: 6708109) caught fire while berthed in Tianjin City, China. The fire was caused from sparks caused by workers doing renovation work on the vessel. The sparks ignited insulation materials and quickly spread through several decks at the stern of the vessel. Local fire fighters were called to the scene and was able to extinguished the blaze an hour later. The stern of the vessel sustained fire and smoke damage.  No reports of injuries.

The Orient Princess had been permanently berthed in Tianjin as a tourist attraction with multiple restaurants atop the former cruise ship.

Tromsø

Tromsø

Tromsø
Photo: nordlys.no

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.