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APL Vanda

APL Vanda

APL Vanda
Photo: islandecho.co.uk

The 369 meter long, 150,166 dwt container vessel APL Vanda ran aground on the Solent off Cowes, England. The APL Vanda was headed to Southampton from Le Havre when it suffered a power blackout and ran aground by the stern. The APL Vanda’s rudder was out of the water, but the vessel was undamaged.  The RNLI lifeboat from Calshot along with several tugs arrived on scene.  Eight tugs were able to refloat the APL Vanda two hours later. No reports of injuries or pollution released. The boxship was escorted into Southampton without issue.

Medkem Three

Medkem Three

Medkem Three
Photo: newsmaritime.com

The 110 meter long, 3,746 dwt tanker Medkem Three ran aground on the Ouse River near Faxfleet, England. The tanker was proceeding to Goole on the Ouse during low tide when it struck a mud bank. The tanker was unable to free itself.  A tug was requested and was able to refloat the Medkem Three on the rising tide. The vessel was inspected and allowed to resume its voyage to Goole. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. Reports state the incident was due to human error.