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Sharden

Sharden

Sharden
Photo: meteoweb.eu

On February 14, the 214 meter long, 7031 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Sharden allided at Genoa, Italy. The ferry was attempting to berth when it made a maneuver and struck the pier. The Sharden sustained a large gash on its port side stern hull near the waterline. The quay sustained significant damage requiring inspection by divers. No passengers or crew were injured.

The Sharden was able to later berth and all passengers and vehicles were able to disembarked. The following day, the Sharden was went into drydock for a short time for repairs before resuming her scheduled voyage on February 16.

Drujba

Drujba

Drujba

The 150 meter long, 7330 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Drujba collided with the 180 meter long, 35000 dwt bulk carrier Dvadesetprvi Maj at Bourgas, Bulgaria. The Drujba had arrived from Batumi when it struck into the port side of the Dvadesetprvi Maj. The bulk carrier sustained damage to its deck equipment and hull. No reports of injuries or pollution released.  Reports state authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

 

Ølen

Ølen

Ølen
Photo: smp.no

The 70 meter long ro-ro passenger ferry Ølen became disabled while en route to Folkestad from Volda. The ferry had suffered an electrical short in its steering causing the Ølen to go adrift. Another ferry was dispatched and took the Ølen under tow back to Volda. No reports of injuries, damage and pollution released.