The 220 meter long, 7406 dwt passenger ship Maasdam allided on the St. Lawrence River at Montreal, Canada. The Maasdam was attempting to berth when it struck the pier suffering only minor damage above the waterline. No one was injured and no pollution released. The vessel was under the control of two local pilots at the time of the incident. The Canadian Coast Guard has launched an investigation into the accident.
The 25 meter long passenger ship Eilun allided with a quay on Amrum island at Wittdün, Germany. The vessel had suffered a technical failure as it was entering port. On board were 120 children with 30 suffering injuries when thrown onto the deck from the impact. Fifteen were taken to the mainland by lifeboat or by helicopter to hospital for treatment.
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The 53 meter long passenger ship Adler Vienta allided with a pier on Usedom Island at Ahlbeck, Germany. The Adler Vienta suffered damage to its hull and railings. Three passengers were slightly injured. The remaining 34 passengers and six crew safely disembarked. The water police has launched an investigation. Reports state the crew were given drug tests and the results were negative. The Adler Vienta was later allowed to proceed on its voyage to Swinoujscie.
