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Baltic Ace

Baltic Ace

The 148 meter long, 7787 dwt ro-ro vehicle carrier Baltic Ace collided with the 135 meter long, 8372 dwt container ship Corvus J in the North Sea off the coast of the Netherlands.   The Corvus J struck the Baltic Ace in a snow storm with rough seas.    The Baltic Ace quickly began to fill with water.   The crew of 24 on board scrambled to abandon ship.   The vessel sank in less than 15 minutes leaving no time for the crew to put on protective clothing.   Thirteen crewmen were able to climb into the life rafts.  These men were safely rescued by Coast Guard helicopters and rescue ships.  The men were later taken to hospital for treatment. Unfortunately, five bodies were later recovered leaving six crewmen still missing.   No reports of injuries to the 12 men on board the Corvus J.   The Corvus J suffered damage to its bow, but was in no danger of sinking.   The Corvus J proceeded to an anchorage in the Westerschelde while authorities investigate the incident. The Baltic Ace had some 1,400 Mitsubishi cars in its hold.   The Corvus J was headed to Antwerp from Grangemouth, Scotland.   Early reports state the cause of the collision was most likely from human error.

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Triton Leader

Triton Leader

The 183 meter long, 18461 dwt vehicle carrier Grande Europa departed Emden and was headed for Walhamn.  The Grande Europa passed by the 199 meter long, 22657 dwt vehicle carrier Triton Leader which was just departing for Bremerhaven.    As the Grande Europa passed by, the suction pulled the Triton Leader and swung it back onto the quay.  The stern struck the quay causing considerable damage to the quay.   No reports of injuries.   The Triton Leader was able to depart a short time later.  No pollution was released.

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City of Mumbai

City of Mumbai

The 157 meter long, 7894 dwt vehicle carrier City of Mumbai became disabled whiel off Kea Island near Piraeus, Greece.  The vessel had suffered engine failure and had contacted authorities.   The authorities had planned to send a tug to assist the vessel, but the crew was able to make repairs and restore power.   The City of Mumbai proceeded to an anchorage near Lavrion where authorities where the vessel was inspected.  The vehicle carrier has allowed to proceed on its voyage later the same day.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

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