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Super Shuttle Roro 8

Super Shuttle Roro 8

Photo: flickr.com
Photo: flickr.com

The 145 meter long, 6897 dwt ro-ro ferry Super Shuttle Roro 8 suffered a severe list after grounding while at Mandaue City, Philippines.  The ferry was loading vehicles at the pier when the vessel’s bottom struck bottom during low tide.  The Super Shuttle Roro 8 lost stability and listed over to one side.   No reports of injuries to the 45 crew and workers on board at the time.  A crane barge was requested to help the ferry regain its upright position while the crew lighten the vessel.

 

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Burrard Clean No. 9

Burrard Clean No. 9

Photo: cbc.ca
Photo: cbc.ca

The 56 meter long, 93 dwt oil recovery vessel Burrard Clean No. 9 went aground near the mouth of the Fraser River near Steveston, British Columbia.  The Burrard Clean No. 9 struck an uncharted sandbar when it changed course to avoid collision with a ferry.   No reports of injuires.   The oil recovery vessel was able to refloat itself a short time later.   No damage and no pollution was released.   Reports state the Burrard Clean No. 9 safely proceeded to Vancouver.

 

 Burrard Clean No. 9

 

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