The 85 meter long, 671 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Hebridean Isles allided with the pier in Stornoway, Scotland. The Hebridean Isles was attempting to berth when a heavy squall blew the vessel into the pier. No reports of injuries, but the ferry sustained some damage. No pollution was released.
The 122 meter long ro-ro cargo freighter Clipper Ranger allided with a pier at Stornoway, Outer Hebrides, Scotland. The vessel’s hull was significantly damaged requiring emergency repairs. No reports of injuries to the 19 crew on board. The Clipper Ranger was removed from service and proceeded to dry dock for repairs. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
The 18 meter long fishing vessel Guide Us – FR 4 became disabled while off Durinish Point, Scotland. The Guide Us had it’s propeller snagged in the vessel’s nets and disabled the engine. The fishing vessel drifted toward the rocks and requested assistance. Two nearby fishing vessels responded to the mayday call and took the Guide Us under tow. The Kyle of Lochalsh RNLI lifeboat arrived on scene and assisted keeping the Guide Us from going ashore. The RNLI lifeboat from Portree arrived a short time later and took over the tow. The two lifeboats with the Guide Us under tow proceeded to Kyleakin Harbour. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
