The 104 meter long, 5697 dwt freighter Chopin allided with the 142 meter long, 10464 dwt reefer Atlantic Mermaid at St. Petersburg, Russia. The Chopin was attempting to dock with a pilot on board. The pilot suggested the assistance of a harbour tug, but the master of the Chopin did not agree. The strong current pulled the Chopin into the moored Atlantic Mermaid and the quay. No reports of injuries on either vessel. The damage to the vessels was not reported.
The 144 meter long, 12570 dwt reefer Baltic Stream went aground on the Elbe River near Drochtersen, Germany. The reefer had suffered engine failure allowing the vessel to run aground. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. The vessel requested assistance with two tugs responding to the scene. No further details reported.
The 103 meter long, 3642 dwt reefer Simfoniya became disabled while in the middle of the Pacific Ocean (34 46N 167 45E). The reefer had lost steering when it lost its rudder. The owner dispatched another reefer to take the Simfoniya under tow. No reports of injuries or pollution being released.
