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Ficaria Seaways

Ficaria Seaways

The 230 meter long, 11665 dwt ro-ro ferry Ficaria Seaways broke free of its moorings at Gothenburg, Sweden due to the severe weather.  The lines holding the stern to the quay broke allowing the vessel to swing out into the river.  Tugs were sent to the scene, but were unable to push the vessel back into position.   The tugs attempted to drag the ferry to another berth when it bottomed-out causing damage to its propeller shaft and rudder.  Reports state the water levels rose some 1.5 meters above normal due to the storm.  No reports of injuries or pollution being released.

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Ternholm

Ternholm

The 141 meter long, 14825 dwt tanker Ternholm became disabled while sailing from Grangemouth to Bro Fjord, Sweden.  The Ternholm had suffered engine failure and began to drift towards the shore.   The crew dropped both anchors which stopped the vessel from drifting further.   Later, the crew was able to make repairs and restart the engine.   The Ternholm continued on its voyage.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.

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Saga Lejon Disabled

Saga Lejon Disabled

Photo: Capt. Hilmar Snorrason

The 59 meter long passenger ship Saga Lejon was repored disabled while sailing near Västervik, Sweden.  The vessel had engine problems caused by impurities in the fuel that clogged the filters.   An engineer was requested and soon reached the scene.  He was then able to fix the problem and the Saga Lejon continued on to Nykoping.   No reports of injuries or pollution being released.

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