The 108 meter long self-propelled tanker-barge Köpenick ran aground on the Rhine near Kestert, Germany. The Köpenick had suffered engine failure while proceeding toward Rotterdam with 2100 tons of diesel fuel. A tug was requested to assist refloating the Köpenick, but attempts failed to release the vessel. A lighter vessel was requested to assist efforts the next day.
The 20 meter long tug Phoenix sank at the Volkerak Lock in Willemstad, Netherlands. The Phoenix had collided with the tanker-barge Imke Deymann resulting in hull damage and water ingress on the Phoenix. The tug partially sank leaving only part of its wheelhouse above water. All five crew on the Phoenix were able to escape in time. No reports of injuries. The sunken tug blocked traffic at the lock and authorities placed booms around the vessel to prevent possible pollution released. The following day a crane was brought to the scene to raise the Phoenix.
