The 92 meter long ro-ro ferry Gullmaj went aground between Finnsbo and Skår, Sweden. The ferry struck a rock after it suffered a malfunction to the vessel’s steering. The Gullmaj was able to refloat itself an hour later and proceeded back to port where passengers and vehicles were safely unloaded. No reports of injuries or pollution released. The Gullmaj proceeded to a shipyard for further investigation. Reports state the malfunction was a problem with the propeller or rudder.
The 41 meter long ferry Ebba Brahe allided with the dock at Gränna, Sweden on Lake Vättern. The Ebba Brahe had departed from Visingsö with 199 passengers and 22 vehicles and was attempting to berth when it struck the stone pier. Several passengers were thrown overboard along with several vehicles pushed into each other. Five injured passengers were taken to the local hospital. The Ebba Brahe’s bow suffered dents in the bow and twelve vehicles sustained damage. Reports state the ferry was approaching the dock at a higher speed than normal due to a fire truck being transported to a fire when a technical fault prevented the ferry from slowing down. The Ebba Brahe has been taken out of service while authorities conduct an investigation.
The 88 meter long, 3961 dwt freighter Malta Cement went aground near Mörkö, Sweden. The freighter loaded with 3700 tons of cement suffered slight damage to the hull near the propeller allowing some water ingress. The Swedish Coast Guard dispatched vessels to the scene to monitor the vessel. No reports of injuries or pollution released into the water. Two tugs were on scene as divers conduct an inspection and a salvage plan is worked out.
