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Collision near Hünxe

Collision near Hünxe

Eiltank 66
Photo: rp-online.de

The 110 meter long self-propelled barge Rhenus Duisburg collided with the self-propelled tanker Eiltank 66 on the Wesel-Datteln Canal near the locks at Friedrichsfeld, Germany.  The two ships were approaching each other when a navigational mistake caused both vessels to collide head-on. Both vessels sustained bow damage and water ingress. The local fire brigade arrived on scene and provided de-watering pumps to keep both vessels afloat. Traffic was halted on the canal as several hours of salvage work was completed on both barges.  No reports of injuries or pollution released. The water police launched an investigation into the incident. The Rhenus Duisburg was headed to Voerde from Dorsten while the Eiltank 66 had departed from Voerda. Damage was reported to be over 100,000 €.

Rhenus Duisburg
Photo: wdr.de
Ella

Ella

Ella
Photo: mt.de

The 80 meter long self-propelled barge Ella ran aground on the Weser near Nienburg, Germany. The Ella was attempting to do a maneuver when it’s bow became stuck on the embankment. Then the stern of the Ella became stuck on the opposite bank leaving the vessel perpendicular to river.  No reports of injuries. Traffic was halted on the Weser while authorities attempted to free the Ella. The local fire brigade removed sand around the bow while a crane barge could turn the Ella around. The Ella was later taken to Leeseringen to be inspected. No reports of damage or pollution released.

Formentera

Formentera

Formentera

On August 27, the 135 meter long self-propelled barge Formentera ran aground on the Easter Scheldt between Kats and Stavenisse, Netherlands. The Formentera was headed  to Duisburg from Terneuzen Hansweert in ballast when it grounded. Two tugs arrived on scene and were able to refloat the Formentera later the same day. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.