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Vigilant

Vigilant

Vigilant
Photo: waldnet.nl

On January 31, the 13 meter long water taxi Vigilant collided with the dredger Nova Venture on the Wadden Sea near Nes, Ameland Island, Netherlands. The Vigilant was proceeding to Ameland from Holwerd with 11 passengers. The two vessels were approaching each other from opposite directions. Just before the two vessels would strike head-on, the master of the Vigilant attempted to veer away. The water taxi’s bow struck hard into the dredger causing severe damage to the hull.

Vigilant
Photo: dvhn.nl

Several passengers on the Vigilant were slightly injured,  but two passengers had significant injuries and had to be later taken to hospital in Leeuwarden for treatment. Both passengers recovered and were later released.

Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. No details reported if any injuries or damage to the Nova Venture from the collision.

Vlij

Vlij

Vlij
Photo: rijnmond.nl

The 31 meter long passenger ship Vlij allided with a pier off Krimpen upon Ijssel.  When the Vlij struk the floating pier, five windows were shattered. The broken glass injured two of the 20 passengers on board. The two were taken to a local hospital for treatment.  Reports state the pier sustained some damage.  Authorities launched an investigation into  the incident.