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Omskiy 6

Omskiy 6

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On November 27, the 108 meter long, 3197 dwt general cargo ship Omskiy 6 allided with the No. 15 lock gate in the Volga-Don Canal at Volgodonsk, Russia. The Omskiy 6 was en route to Egypt from Balakovo with 3000 tons of grain when it struck the lock.  The lock and gate sustained damage, but remain operational. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

VF Tanker 18

VF Tanker 18

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The 141 meter long, 7025 dwt tanker VF Tanker 18 allided with a lock on the Volga – Don Canal.  The VF Tanker 18 was en route to Samara from Kavkaz in ballast when it struck the lock wall.   The tanker’s bow suffered some damage while the lock wall  sustained significant damage.  Authorities have detained the vessel while the incident is under investigation.