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Nordica Hav

Nordica Hav

Nordica Hav

On October 2, the 82 meter long, 2316 dwt cargo vessel Nordica Hav (IMO: 8324684) allided with a dolphin on the Weser River at Bremen, Germany. The Nordica Hav was proceeding just outside of Oslebshauser lock to the entrance of the Kiel Canal when it ram a dolphin.  The cargo vessel sustained a several meter long gash in the port hull above the waterline. No reports of injuries or pollution released.

Nordica Hav
Photo: butenunbinnen.de

Authorities detained the vessel and launched an investigation. The water police found the master of the Nordica Hav was under the influence of alcohol after a breathalyzer and blood sample was taken. An initial inspection found the cargo vessel sustained an estimated 120,000 euros in damage.  Later reports stated the vessel would go under repairs in Bremen.

 

Cycloop

Cycloop

Cycloop
Photo: presseportal.de

On the afternoon of September 24, the 80 meter long self-propelled dredger-barge Cycloop (MMSI: 244670800) became stuck on the Weser at Hoya, Germany. The Cycloop had been berthed at a quay loaded with gravel when its mooring lines broke free. With the vessel’s two crew away at the time, the unmanned Cycloop was pulled free by the current and drifted until it was perpendicular to the river. Witnesses contacted the master of the Cycloop over the telephone that his vessel was adrift. Authorities were also alerted who issued a traffic ban on the river.

The crew arrived an hour later and were able to board the Cycloop.  They started the engines and were able to secure the vessel back to its moorings.  No reports of injuries or damage.  Authorities lifted the traffic ban. Reports state the water police have initiated proceeding surrounding the incident.

 

Hein Mück

Hein Mück

Hein Mück
Photo: nord24.de

On July 8, the inland passenger vessel Hein Mück (ENI: 4808130) caught fire on the Weser River near Bremerhaven, Germany. The Hein Mück was doing a cruise of the Kaiserhafen when a fire broke out in the engine room.  The three man crew on board was able to contain the blaze using an onboard fire extinguisher. No reports of injuries to the 36 passengers and 3 crew. The vessel proceeded to a nearby quay where passengers were safely brought ashore. Local fire brigade arrived on scene and extinguished the blaze. No further details reported.