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Viking Sea

Viking Sea

Viking Sea

On August 30, the 167 meter long vehicle carrier Viking Sea allided with the quay at Hamilton, Bermuda. The Viking Sea was heading out of port bound for Panama. The car carrier was being assisted by two tugs being pulled away from the berth when one towline snapped. The wind quickly pushed the Viking Sea back towards the dock.  The vessel’s stern swung back striking the quay before the tugs could respond. No reports of injuries.

The tugs were able to bring the Viking Sea back under control.  The car carrier remained in port to allow a survey to inspect for damage.  The following day the Viking Sea was allowed to resume its voyage. No reports of injuries or pollution released. Authorities have stated they have launched an investigation into the incident.

Viking Emerald

Viking Emerald

Viking Emerald
Photo: koin.com

On November 14, the 167 meter long, 10600 dwt ro-ro vehicle carrier Viking Emerald ran aground on the Columbia River near Woodland, Washington. The Viking Emerald was headed upriver with a cargo of automobiles to Portland when it suffered a steering system failure and the bow became stuck on the river bottom. Four tugs were dispatched and were able to refloat the Viking Emerald a short time later.  The tugs then towed the vessel to Portland.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. The Viking Emerald was to be inspected at Portland by authorities.

Asian Breeze

Asian Breeze

Asian Breeze
Photo: forum-schiff.de

The 164 meter long, 12562 dwt vehicle carrier Asian Breeze ran aground in the Kiel Canal off Brunsbüttel, Germany. The car carrier had been caught by a strong wind gust and pushed against the jetty.  The Asian Breeze finally struck bottom off the jetty.  No reports of injuries or pollution released. A tug was dispatched and freed the vessel later the same day.  The Asian Breeze was later to continue on its voyage to Zeebrugge.