The 91 meter long research vessel Atlantic Explorer hit bottom while at Kristiansund, Norway. The vessel had bunkered fuel which increased its draft causing the vessel to go aground. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. A later inspection showed no signs of damage.
The 63 foot long research vessel Arluk sank while berthed at Kodiak, Alaska. The vessel was discovered submerged at the dock. The cause of the sinking was unknown. No reports of injuries as no one was on board at the time. Authorities state there was a small amount of diesel fuel was released into the harbor. A boom was placed around the vessel until it can be raised.
The 134 meter long, 12711 gt research vessel Akademik Tryoshnikov went aground in the harbor at Montevideo, Uruguay. The vessel was maneuvering between berths in the harbor when it went aground. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. The Akademik Tryoshnikov was quickly refloated and proceeded to dock. Reports state a pilot was on board at the time of the grounding. The Akademik Tryoshnikov was built in 2012 and is scheduled to depart for Antarctica from Montevideo.
