The 65 meter long, 740 gt ro-ro ferry Fitjar ran aground near Ranavik, Norway. The ferry was en route to Skjersholmane from Ranavik when the vessel struck bottom. The vessel headed back to Ranavik to be inspected and passengers were disembarked. A few days later divers inspected the hull and found the Fitjar’s rudder had been damaged. No reports of injuries or pollution released.
The 76 meter long, 446 dwt ro-ro ferry Strand became disabled after suffering engine problems while off Ranavik, Norway. The ferry had lost power to one of it’s propellers and was beginning to drift. The Strand contacted the Rescue Coordination Centre who dispatched a Coast Guard vessel to the scene. The speedboat Teisten also responded and assisted the Strand back to Sunde. No reports of injuries to the 14 passengers or crew on board. No damage or pollution reported. The Strand was reported to be taken to a shipyard for repairs.
