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Collision on the Weser

Collision on the Weser

The 294 meter long, 63160 dwt boxship MOL Efficiency was struck by the 166 meter long,  16073 dwt freighter Splittnes in the fog on the Weser River near Bremerhaven, Germany.  The Splittnes had significant damage with the forepeak suffering a hole some 10 to 15 meters long.  The breach allowed a large amount of water to ingress resulting in a 20 degree starboard list.   The MOL Efficiency suffered a large hole in the stern section of the hull just above the waterline.   There were no injuries on either vessel.  Both vessels were towed to a quay where fire rescue were assisting in dewatering the Splittnes.   Reports state that visibility was limited to just 180 meters at the time of the collision.   The water police is conducting an investigation into the incident.

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BSLE Venus

BSLE Venus

The 113 meter long, 9742 dwt boxship BSLE Venus went aground on the Weser River.   The vessel had lost power after a technical failure and went adrift.  The crew dropped the anchor, but it go caught on a buoy and the BSLE Venus grounded on an embankment.   The boxship was able to be refloated on the next high tide.   Tugs towed the BSLE Venus to Bremerhaven to be inspected.   No reports of injuries or pollution being released.

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Salmo Hits Quay

Salmo Hits Quay

The 92 meter long, 3225 dwt freighter Salmo struck the quay while trying to berth at Brake, Germany.   The Salmo’s hull was a small gash which allowed oil to leak out.    The crew was able to recover most of the oil, but 100 liters were released into the lower Weser River.   The Quay suffered some damage to several pilings.    The master was fined 1000 euros and the vessel has been detained in port during the investigation.   No reports of injuries.

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