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Repubblica Argentina

Repubblica Argentina

The 209 meter long, 23882 dwt car carrier Repubblica Argentina went aground on the Western Scheldt River after suffering engine failure.   The Repubblica Argentina was later released with the aid of seven tugs and berthed at Flushing.  No reports of injuries or pollution being released.  The car carrier was headed to Antwerp from Dakar.

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Zelada Desgagnes Collides with MSC Patricia

Zelada Desgagnes Collides with MSC Patricia

Damage to the Zelada Desgagnes

The 12744 dwt motor vessel Zelada Desgagnes collided with the 18150 dwt boxship MSC Patricia in the port of Antwerp, Belgium. The Zelada Desgagnes was heading out into the Western Scheldt Riverwhen it veered off to port and struck the MSC Patricia which was heading towards the Zandvliet Lock. The Zelada Desgagnes suffered significant damage with the hull holed above the waterline. The MSC Patricia suffered some damage, but was able to continue to the MSC terminal in Antwerp. Both vessels are berthed at the Antwerp Shiprepair yard for repairs. At the time of the accident (3 a.m.), there was a dense fog in the area.