The 84 meter long, 1537 dwt freighter Kay L became disabled after suffering engine failure while passing through the Dardanelles. Authorities dispatched tugs to the scene who took the freighter under tow to a safe anchorage. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. The Kay L was en route in ballast to Varna from Limassol.
The 141 meter long, 17356 dwt freighter Amstelborg suffered hull damage while berthed at Gemlik, Turkey. The vessel was pushed against the quay by a strong wind puncturing the Amstelborg’s fuel tank. Reports state some 25 to 30 tons of fuel leaked into the water. Authorities has started clean-up operations. No reports of injuires.
The 296 meter long, 180407 dwt bulk freighter Hebei Universe went aground on the Black Sea near Zonguldak, Turkey. The vessel was approaching the port to unload 94338 gt of coal at the local power station when it suffered engine failure. The vessel was refloated and the cargo of coal unloaded. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
