The 123 meter long, 1104 dwt ro-ro passenger ship Nordkapp allided with the dock at Hammerfest, Norway. The vessel had made a hard landing with the aft hull was dented, but there was no punctures. No reports of injuries to passengers or crew. The vessel was detained until repairs could be completed. The Nordkapp was able to proceed under its own power to Kirkenes.
The 167 meter long passenger ship Ocean Countess caught fire while berthed at the Chalkis Shipyards at Halkida, Greece. The fire started on the upper decks of the vessel where materials had been stored. The fire quickly grew beyond the control of the five crewmen aboard the cruise ship. Local fire brigades were requested who dispatched multiple crews to the scene. Multiple fire tugs also assisted fighting the blaze while other tugs moved other vessels which had been tied up close to the Ocean Countess. No reports of injuries.
Reports state booms had been placed around the Ocean Countess as a precautionary measure. The cruise ship had been laid up since 2012, but had been expected to return to service in 2014. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
The 294 meter long, 9429 dwt cruise ship MSC Magnifica allided with the pierhead at the harbor entrance at Piräus, Greece. The MSC Magnifica suffered a small gash to the portside hull above the waterline. No reports of injuries to the 2,469 passengers and 976 crew on board. The breakwater sustained damage with the pier light completely demolished. Reports state that bad weather conditions was a factor for the allision. Earlier reports that the vessel had gone aground were incorrect.
