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Istanbul Collision

Istanbul Collision

Marla Orca
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On November 21, the 100 meter long, 7748 dwt cargo vessel Marla Orca (IMO: 9217802) collided with the 116 meter long, 3329 dwt cargo vessel DSK1 (IMO: 8721442) in the Sea of Marmara off Kartal, Istanbul, Turkey. The Marla Orca was anchored off Kartal when strong winds caused its anchor to drag causing it to strike the nearby anchored DSK1.

The collision resulted in visible damage to both cargo vessels.  The vessels will be further inspected to ensure seaworthiness. However, there were no reports of injuries or pollution released. Both vessels were able to maneuver to more secure anchorage. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

Kiran America

Kiran America

Kiran America
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On the morning of November 23, the 190 meter long, 56569 dwt bulk carrier Kiran America (IMO: 9491264) became disabled on the Bosphorus Strait off Kanlıca, Turkey. Various conflicting reports state the Kiran America had either suffered rudder failure or had gone adrift due to strong winds by a storm. The result was the bulk carrier found itself just meters from the shoreline and aground. Reports state the vessel was able to make a last minute maneuver and avoided stranding.

Authorities dispatched tugboats to assist the Kiran America.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

Nazan

Nazan

Nazan
Photo: KEGM

On the night of November 17, the 114 meter long, 4607 dwt tanker Nazan (IMO: 9373747) became disabled on the Bosphorus off the coast of Kandilli, Turkey. The Nazan was en route to Kocaeli from Russia when it suffered rudder failure. The tanker requested help with authorities dispatching tugs to assist. The tugs Kurtarma-7 and Kurtarma-9 arrived on scene and took the Nazan under tow. The vessels proceeded safely to an anchorage off Ahırkapı. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

Nazan
Photo: KEGM