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Roadrunner

Roadrunner

Roadrunner
Photo: bndestem.nl

On the early morning of May 3, 2025 the 52 meter long self-propelled barge Roadrunner (MMSI: 244000039) caught fire on the Dintel River while moored in the harbor at Dintelmond, Netherlands. The fire started in the vessel’s galley a fire which the two crew members on board try to extinguish.  Unable to contain the blaze and dense smoke, the local fire brigade was called to the scene.  Fire fighters from Dinteloord and Willemstad were able to extinguish the blaze from shore assisted by the 28 meter long fire/patrol boat Furie 4 (MMSI: 244830754).

Furie 4

The master of the Roadrunner sustained burns to his upper arms and some inhalation. He was taken to hospital for treatment. Authorities stated the Roadrunner had sustained fire damage and required to be ventilation. Reports state the vessel’s dog was also rescued from the vessel by the fire brigade.

 

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.

Collision near the Kreekrak Locks

Collision near the Kreekrak Locks

Nicky
Photo: flows.be

On the afternoon of April 2, the 86 meter long self-propelled tanker-barge Nicky (IMO: 9496484) was in a collision on Scheldt-Rhine Canal with the 110 meter long self-propelled barge Volturno (MSSI: 244660954) just outside of the Kreekrak Locks in Reimerswaal, Netherlands. The Volturno‘s bow struck the Nicky hull amidships. The Nicky‘s port hull was holed above the water line while the bow of the Volturno suffered bow damage. No reports of pollution released.

Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. There has been no disclosure if anyone was injured from the incident. The Nicky remained berthed near the locks while the Volturno proceed to berth in Antwerp.