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Saeftinge

Saeftinge

Saeftinge

On the afternoon of April 8, 2025, the 82 meter long self-propelled barge Saeftinge (MMSI: 244700744) caught fire on the Western Scheldt while berthed in Terneuzen, Netherlands. The fire started in the vessel’s engine room. The local fire brigade was called and were able to extinguished the fire a short time later.  Reports state the Saeftinge remained moored in Terneuzen. No reports of injuries. No details were disclosed to the extent of damage caused by the incident.

Saeftinge

Saeftinge

Saeftinge
Photo: wn.de

The 82 meter long self-propelled barge Saeftinge allided with a bridge over the Dortmund-Ems Canal near Altenrheine, Germany. The unloaded Saeftinge was en route to Bergeshövede from Spelle  when it’s wheelhouse struck the bridge.  The wheelhouse was destroyed, but the bridge was undamaged.  No reports of injuries to the two crew on board.  The Saeftinge proceeded to a nearby quay for temporary repairs.