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Admiral

Admiral

Admiral
Photo: 112groningen.nl

On April 19, the 110 meter long self-propelled tanker-barge Admiral allided with a bridge over the Van Starkenborgh Canal near Groningen, Netherlands.  As the tanker-barge passed under the Tafel Bridge, the wheelhouse struck the bridge.  The wheelhouse was destroyed, but the master of the Admiral was uninjured. He was able to secure the vessel to the shore after the allision. Authorities were alerted and launched an investigation into the incident. Reports state the canal traffic was halted only a few hours during the investigation.

 

Rodort 8

Rodort 8

Rodort 8
Photo: waz.de

On April 9, the 67 meter long self-propelled tanker-barge Rodort 8 allided with a railway bridge over the Rhine-Herne Canal in Herne, Germany. The wheelhouse of the Rodort 8 struck the underside of the bridge and was destroyed. The master of the Rodort 8 was injured and taken to hospital for treatment.

The Rodort 8 was towed to a nearby quay. Reports state damage to the Rodort 8 was over 100,000 €. The water police has launched an investigation into the incident.

Eiltank 24

Eiltank 24

Eiltank 24
Photo: telebasel.ch

The 100 meter long self-propelled tanker-barge Eiltank 24 went aground on the Rhine near Birsfelden, Switzerland. The Eiltank 24 was proceeding on the Rhine with 1800 tons of heavy oil when it struck bottom after locking through Birsfelden. The tanker-barge had sustained damage to its outer hull and proceeded to secure itself along the riverbank until authorities could arrive.  Traffic was halted on the Rhine in the Basel area until the Eiltank 24 could be fully inspected.

Reports state the inner hull of the Eiltank 24 had not been damaged and no pollution had been released. No reports of injuries.  Authorities have stated an investigation has been launched into the incident.