The 98 meter long, 4828 dwt LPG tanker Gitta Gas became disabled on the Bosphorus Strait near Kandilli Point, Turkey. The tanker had suffered engine failure while en route to Temryuk, Russia and went adrift. Tugs were dispatched to the scene and were able to tow the Gitta Gas to a nearby anchorage. The crew were able to make repairs and the tanker was able to continue on its voyage. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
On November 24, the 81 meter long, 3054 dwt cargo vessel Hilmi K ran aground near Yenikale, Turkey. The Hilmi K was aground only a few hours before it was able to refloat itself. The cargo vessel proceeded to a nearby anchorage where it was to be inspected. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
On November 19, the cargo vessel Antakya ran aground in the Dardanelles off Nara, Turkey. The Antakya was headed to Yalova from Marmara Ereglisi with 2500 tons of cement when it suffered rudder failure. Unable to steer, the Antakya ran aground. Two tugs were dispatched and the Antakya was pulled freed a short time later. The Antakya was towed to a nearby anchorage. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.