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Weser

Weser

Photos: binnenschifferforum.de

A self-propelled barge went aground on the Weser River near Verden, Germany.  Due to the low water level and the speed of the vessel, the ship struck a sand bank in the river.  The vessel lay perpendicular to the river for several hours until another vessel was able to free it.  No reports of injuries to the two crew on board, damage or pollution released.   The water police investigated the incident and allowed the vessel to proceed. The barge was loaded with some 1,000 tons of cement at the time.  The name of the vessel was no reported.

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Bremerhaven Collision

Bremerhaven Collision

The 101 meter long, 5541 dwt container ship Pioneer Bay allided with the 184 meter long, 23000 dwt container ship Fesco Vladimir on the Weser River at Bremerhaven, Germany.   The Pioneer bay attempted to turn around so it could berth at the quay.  However, there was a strong ebb current and the Pioneer Bay struck the stern of the moored Fesco Vladimir.   The Pioneer Bay suffered a crack in the hull above the waterline.   No reports of injuries or pollution being released from either vessel.  The water police has detained both vessels for inspections and is conducting an investigation into the incident.

 Correction: Thanks to Tim S. for finding out that the vessel struck was the 134 meter long, 11386 dwt container ship Aurora not the Fesco Vladimir.

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