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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.

Saga Sky

Saga Sky

Saga Sky
Photo: RNLI

The 199 meter long, 47034 dwt cargo vessel Saga Sky collided with a barge in the English Channel off Samphire Hoe near Dover. The Saga Sky was proceeding through the channel in strong winds and heavy seas caused by Storm Angus when it suffered engine failure. Without power, the Saga Sky was at the mercy of the strong winds as it drifted towards the unmanned barge. The Saga Sky struck the barge along the starboard hull resulting in damage and water ingress.  No reports of damage to the barge which was loaded with a cargo of stone.

The vessel requested assistance with the Coastguard dispatching two helicopters to the scene while a tug was dispatched from France. The RNLI lifeboats from Dover and Dungeness also arrived on scene to monitor the situation. The helicopters evacuated 11 crewmen leaving 12 on board the Saga Sky. The remaining crew were later able to restart the engine and restore partial power.  Assisted by the tug, the Saga Sky proceeded to a safe anchorage off Dungeness. No reports of injuries or pollution released.