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Dythar

Dythar

Dythar
Photo: infrasite.nl

On the morning of July 30, the 81 meter long self-propelled barge Dythar (MMSI: 244129846) allided on the Scheldt River at Terneuzen, Netherlands. The Dythar was approaching the west lock at Terneuzen when it was struck by another undisclosed vessel. The Dythar then crashed into the lock damaging both the lock and the vessel.  Authorities closed the lock for an hour until emergencies repairs could be completed. Reports state there was some hull damage to both the bow and stern of the Dythar above the waterline.  No reports of injuries or pollution released.

 

Connemara Aground

Connemara Aground

The 110 meter long inland tanker Connemara went aground on the Eastern Scheldt River near Stavenisse, Netherlands.   The Connemara was freed later with the aid of tugs and the rising tide.  No reports of damage, injury or pollution being released.   The Connermara had 25 tons of hydrocarbons on board at the time of the accident.

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