Stuck at Rumst
On May 22, the 67 meter long self-propelled barge Swette (MMSI: 244740259) and the 48 meter long self-propelled barge Nautica (MMSI: 205500090) ran aground at the confluence of the Nete and Rupel Rivers in Rumst, Belgium. The two vessels had become stuck due to low water levels. One vessel was firmly stuck on a bank while the other was stuck by the stern. The water police was alerted to the situation.
Reports state the local authority was aware of the sandbank and had asked for a buoy to mark it’s location. They also stated that vessels have run aground regularly in the area. There were no reports of injuries or pollution released.
