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Cement Trader

Cement Trader

Cement Trader

On the morning of May 1, the 106 meter long, 6392 dwt cement carrier Cement Trader (IMO: 7716763) ran aground on the Western Scheldt at the entrance to Terneuzen, Netherlands. The Cement Trader was headed  to Terneuzen from Setubal when the the vessel became stranded.  Multiple tugs were dispatched and were able to refloat the Cement Trader which proceeded to moor at Terneuzen.  No reports of injuries or pollution released. Reports state that authorities will inspect the vessel for damage.

 

 

Saeftinge

Saeftinge

Saeftinge

On the afternoon of April 8, 2025, the 82 meter long self-propelled barge Saeftinge (MMSI: 244700744) caught fire on the Western Scheldt while berthed in Terneuzen, Netherlands. The fire started in the vessel’s engine room. The local fire brigade was called and were able to extinguished the fire a short time later.  Reports state the Saeftinge remained moored in Terneuzen. No reports of injuries. No details were disclosed to the extent of damage caused by the incident.

Lavoro

Lavoro

Lavoro

On the morning of March 19, the 80 meter long self-propelled barge Lavoro (MMSI: 244850073) became disabled on the Western Scheldt east of Terneuzen, Netherlands. Reports state the Lavoro suffered engine problems and went adrift. The 135 meter long self-propelled container barge Salamanca (MMSI: 244821242) was nearby and secured the Lavoro. The 32.5 meter long tugboat Multratug 28  (IMO: 9727962) arrived a short time later and took the Lavoro under tow to Hansweert. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.