The 122 meter long, 5758 dwt freighter Helliar suffered damage to its propeller stern tube by a rope while en route to Kirkwall from Aberdeen. The Helliar was able to continue to Lerwick at reduced speed. Divers made an inspection and determined the damage could not be repaired at the local facilities. The Helliar proceeded to Gothenburg where it will go into drydock for repairs. No reports of injuries or pollution being released.
The 90 meter long, 4,719 gt ferry Isle of Mull allided with the pier at Oban harbour, Argyll, Scotland. The ferry was caught by a strong gust of wind and struck the quay. The ferry suffered damage to it’s bow, but no reports of injuries to the 177 passengers on board. The vessel waited an hour until the conditions were favorable and was able to berth. No reports of injuries or pollution being released. The Isle of Mull was taken out of service until repairs can be made.
The 95 meter long, 766 dwt ferry Caledonian Isles allided with the pier at Ayrshire, Isle of Arran, Scotland. The Caledonian Isles was attempting to berth when a strong gust of wind, up to 55 mph, pushed the vessel into the pier. No reports of injuries. The ferry was later able to unload all 277 passengers safely. The vessel was taken out of service to be inspected for damaged.
