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RP Rheinfelden

RP Rheinfelden

The 110 meter long self-propelled tanker-barge RP Rheinfelden went aground on the Rhine River near Geisenheim, Germany.  The Rheinfelden was proceeding in dense fog when another vessel appeared.  The tanker-barge veered to avoid collision, but went aground.  The RP Rheinfelden was later released with the aid of a tug with minor damage.   No reports of injuries or pollution being released.  The Rheinfelden proceeded to Birsfelden, Switzerland with its cargo of 800 tons of gasoline.

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Vidi Aground

Vidi Aground

The tanker Vidi loaded with 1250 tons of lubricating oil went aground on the Rhine River near Altrip, Germany.   The Vidi was headed for Antwerp when it got stuck in the shipping channel blocking traffic including the ferry service to Mannheim.  On the second attempt, the Vidi was refloated by the aids of tugs.   The tanker proceeded to Mannheim to be inspected for damage.  No reports of injuries and no pollution was released.

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Tauber Aground

Tauber Aground

The 105 meter long self-propelled barge Tauber loaded with a cargo of sand went aground on the Rhine River near Niederkassel-Lülsdorf, Germany.  The Tuaber suffered damage to its hull and had water ingress.  The master of the barge was able to keep the vessel afloat until he could dock at the Evonik Works.  Local firefighters arrived on the scene and assisted in pumping water from the Tauber while repairs could be made.  No reports of injuries or pollution being released.  More info at general-anzeiger-bonn.de

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