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Collision on the Weser

Collision on the Weser

The 186 meter long, 47286 dwt bulk freighter Coral Ace collided with the 230 meter long, 42102 dwt container vessel Lisa Schulte near the entrance to the Weser Estuary.  The Lisa Schulte struck into the side of the Coral Ace during the night during a squall.   The Coral Ace suffered a three meter gash along its port side hull while the Lisa Schulte suffered damage to its bow.   Both vessels suffered water ingress and proceeded to Wilhelmshaven.   Authorities dispatched vessels to escort the vessels into port.   No reports of injuries.   The water police has launched an investigation into the collision.

 

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MSC Federica

MSC Federica

The 294 meter long, 60189 dwt container ship MSC Federica became disabled on the Outer Weser River near Bremerhaven, Germany.  The vessel had lost power after an engine failure and went adrift on the river.   Two tugs were nearby and pushed the vessel  back to a quay where it berthed.  Repairs were done by the crew and the vessel continue its journey to Hamburg the same day.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

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Smaragd

Smaragd

The 80 meter long self-propelled barge Smaragd became disabled while on the Weser River near Brake, Germany.   The Smaragd had suffered water ingress and immediately requested assistance.   The local fire fighters brought a dewatering pump to the vessel.   Reports state the cause of the flooding might have caused by a torn valve or a weld that failed due to the extreme cold.  No reports of injuries or pollution being released.

Photos on nonstopnews.de

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