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Norangsfjord

Norangsfjord

Photo: smp.no
Photo: smp.no

The 114 meter long ro-ro ferry Norangsfjord became disabled while crossing the Storfjorden in Norway.  The ferry had suffered technical problems and gone adrift.   A repair crew was dispatched and was able to restart the Norangsfjord and operations were resumed.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.  The Norangsfjord normally operates between Magerholm and Sykkylven.

 

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Marstein

Marstein

Photo: nrk.no
Photo: nrk.no

The 86 meter long, 790 dwt ro-ro ferry Marstein went aground off Tobbe Holmane near Husavik, Norway.  The ferry was en route from Sandvikvåg with seven passengers and six crew grounded just outside Husavik. No reports of injuries.  The passengers were transferred to another vessel and taken to Husavik. The Marstein was later refloated  and proceeded to Husavik.  Local authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.  The cause of the grounding was not reported.

MARSTEIN

Seaways Corona

Seaways Corona

Photo: hd.se
Photo: hd.se

The 187 meter long, 11700 dwt ro-ro car ferry Seaways Corona caught fire while en route from Frederica to Copenhagen.  The fire started on the main deck and the vessel sent out a distress call.  Before any rescue vessel could reach the scene, the crew was able to douse the blaze using the automated sprinkler system.  The ferry altered its course and headed to Helsingborg as they investigated the cause of the fire.  The ferry arrived at the Helsingborg pier a short time later.  While at the pier, the fire reignited, but the crew with assistance from the local fire brigade was able to extinguish it an hour later.  Reports state the fire fighting was hampered by the cramp conditions between containers and trailers along with the heavy smoke.  There was also a concern as many containers had hazardous goods.  No injuries to the 24 people on board.  The Seaways Corona suffered slight damage and was slated to leave the following day after being inspected.


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