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Leslie Anne

Leslie Anne

Leslie Anne
Photo: largsandmillportnews.com

On August 21, the 30 meter long cargo/work vessel Leslie Anne (MMSI: 232002848) ran aground in Firth of Clyde in Scotland.  The Leslie Anne was at anchor in Millport Bay off  island of Great Cumbrae when the anchor line parted in strong winds. The vessel was pushed by the wind and was nearly washed ashore. Authorities were alerted and the RNLI lifeboat from Troon and the UK Coastguard rescue team from Cumbrae responded to the scene. No reports of injuries.

Reports state conditions of increased winds may have delayed any salvage of the Leslie Anne. The Leslie Anne had been working on flood prevention construction the island prior to the incident.

Leslie Anne

Calypso – Z84

Calypso – Z84

Calypso Z84
Photo: RNLI

On February 23, the 35 meter long fishing vessel Calypso Z84 became disabled in the Celtic Sea off Trevose Head, Cornwall, United Kingdom.  The Calypso had suffered a broken gear box and gone adrift in heavy seas.  The crew requested assistance with nearby fishing vessels and the RNLI lifeboat from Padstow responding.  The fishing vessel Soetkin was able to pass a line to the Calypso and begun a tow to Milford Haven.  No reports of injuries.

The tow was later to be transferred to the 34 meter long tug Svitzer Caldey when the tug collided with the fishing vessel. Another tug took over and towed the Calypso to Pembroke. An inspection found the Calypso had sustained damage up to the centreline. Reports state the Calypso was taken to a ship yard for repairs.  No details to any damage to the Svitzer Caldey.

Ann Marie

Ann Marie

Ann Marie
Photo: devonlive.com

The 29 meter long, 150 gt fishing vessel Ann Marie ran aground near Berrhead England. The Ann Marie had suffered steering failure and ran up onto the rocks. The RNLI lifeboat from Torbay was dispatched to the scene and help pull the Ann Marie free on the rising tide. No reports of injuries. Reports state the trawler was able to safely berth in Brixham.