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Edward Henry DH100

Edward Henry DH100

Edward Henry
Photo: shetnews.co.uk

The 25 meter long fishing vessel Edward Henry – DH 100 became disabled off the Shetland Islands near Sumburgh. The crab boat had gone adrift and suffered a power blackout when the vessel’s engines failed. While the crew attempted to restore power, the Edward Henry was struck by a large wave along the starboard side. The wave struck with enough force to shatter windows and short out electronic equipment in the wheelhouse.

The master requested assistance with a helicopter from Sumburgh, the RNLI lifeboat from Aith and a nearby vessel Nor Solan responding.  The helicopter arrived first and monitored the situation while the crew attempted to restore power.

Edward Henry
Photo: bbc.co.uk

When the RNLI lifeboat reached the Edward Henry, the fishing vessel had restored power, but had no navigation system. The decision was made for the Edward Henry to follow the RNLI lifeboat and the Nor Solan back to Scalloway. The vessel proceeded back to port in heavy seas with waves over 10 meters high.

All the vessels arrived safely the next morning. The master of the Edward Henry sustained minor injuries and received treatment.

Ben-my-Chree

Ben-my-Chree

Ben My Chree
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On February 12, the 117 meter long, 4168 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Ben-my-Chree allided with a pier at Douglas Harbour, Isle of Man. The Ben-my-Chree had departed from Wirral for Douglas and Heysham. As the ferry arrived in Douglas, strong winds caused the vessel to veer and strike the King Edward Pier.

The Ben-my-Chree and the pier sustained damaged, but there were no reports of injuries to passengers or crew. Reports state the Ben-my-Chree cancelled its voyage to Heysham and multiple vessels was en route to resume freight and passenger service the following day.