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GSF Arctic 1

GSF Arctic 1

The 12072 gt oil rig GSF Arctic 1 suffered water ingress while in Guanabara Bay near Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.  The oil rig suffered water ingress into one of the legs when the crew was performing maintenance.  The rig began to list several degrees requiring some of the crew to be evacuated.  The crew later returned to the rig after the water was pumped out.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.   An investigation is being conducted into the cause of the incident.

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Gavea 1 Allision

Gavea 1 Allision

The 125 dwt passenger ferry Gavea 1 allided with a pier at Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.  The ferry loaded with 907 passengers struck the pier twice while attempting to berth.  The Gavea 1 had 55 passengers injured and the vessel’s hull was damaged.  Many of the injured passengers were shaken and suffered bruises.  No reports of pollution being released.  Authorities are conducting an investigation into the incident.

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RBD Ocean of Joy Aground

RBD Ocean of Joy Aground

The 229 meter long freighter RBD Ocean Of Joy went aground in Guanabara Bay, Rio de janeiro, Brazil.   The freighter was heading up the channel when it veered port and headed out the main channel until it went aground.   Tugs and several support vessels came to the aid of the Ocean Of Joy.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.   The reason for the grounding has not been reported.

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