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Bremerhaven

Bremerhaven

Bremerhaven
Photo: radiobremen.de

The 59 meter long ro-ro ferry Bremerhaven allided with the the 95 meter long general cargo ship Fiducia on the Weser River near Blexen Roads, Germany. The ferry was proceeding in dense fog when it struck the anchored Fiducia.  The Bremerhaven sustained significant damage to its hull.  Two crew and a single passenger were injured during the incident.  The ferry proceeded to Bremerhaven where the vessel entered a shipyard for repairs.  The Fiducia sustained only slight damage and proceeded to Brake. The water police has launched an investigation into the incident.  Reports state the master of the Bremerhaven had read the radar incorrectly resulting in the allision.

Emily Manx

Emily Manx

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The 183 meter long, 46769 dwt bulk freighter Emily Manx allided on the Weser with the quay at Bremen, Germany.  The quay suffered on scratches while the vessel suffered a 30 foot dent along its hull.   No reports of injuries or pollution released.  Authorities have detained the vessel while the incident is under investigation.

 

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Schaumburg

Schaumburg

Photo: mt-online.de
Photo: mt-online.de

The 80 meter long self-propelled barge Schaumburg was damaged on the Weser River while exiting the lock at Landesbergen, Germany.   The Schaumburg loaded with gravel was proceeding out of the gate at slow speed when the gates were closed.   The vessel’s bow became wedged between the gates causing hull damage estimated around 30000 Euros.  No reports of injuries or pollution released.

 

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