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Express 5

Express 5

Express 5
Photo: tv2bornholm.dk

On November 25, the 31 meter long, 1000 dwt catamaran ro-ro passenger ferry Express 5 (IMO: 9913286) allided in the Baltic Sea off Bornholm, Denmark. The Express 5, one of the largest catamaran ferries in the world, was departing from Rønne when it struck the breakwater. The ferry sustained hull damage with a long crease along its starboard hull. The Express 5 had to return to its berth and passengers were disembarked. No reports of injuries.

The Express 5 was taken to a drydock for repairs. After temporary repairs were completed on November 29, the vessel was allowed to go back into service  Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

Andreas Kalvos

Andreas Kalvos

Andreas Kalvos
Photo: kefaloniafocus.com

On the morning of November 17, the 99 meter long ro-ro passenger ferry Andreas Kalvos (IMO: 8500484) allided with the quay in Sami, Kefalonia, Greece. The Andreas Kalvos was loaded with 157 passengers, 33 crew and 38 vehicles when it struck the quay while mooring. The starboard side of the stern sustained some hull damage during the incident. All passengers disembarked and there were no reports of injuries.

Authorities detained the Andreas Kalvos from its scheduled sailing to Patras until the damage could be repaired and the vessel given a certificate of seaworthiness. No reports if any pollution was released during the incident.

Barøy

Barøy

Barøy

On the afternoon of November 14, the 93 meter long, 650 dwt electric ro-ro passenger ferry Barøy (IMO:9607394) caught fire on the Tysfjorden while berthed at a quay in Bognes, Hamarøy, Norway. Reports state the fire may have started when an electric charger exploded on board. The local fire brigade arrived on scene and was able to quickly extinguish the blaze. The eight passengers on board were evacuated off the vessel. No reports of injuries to the passengers or crew on board the Barøy. Reports state the damage had not impacted the vessel’s battery pack, but the extent of damage to the ferry was not disclosed.