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Chieftain

Chieftain

Photo: thechieftain.co.uk
Photo: thechieftain.co.uk

The 90 foot long, 180 tonne fishing vessel Chieftain ran aground just inside Whitby harbour. The Chieftain had become disabled after it lost control of its rudder when it ran aground off the east pier. The Whitby Coastguard and the former RNLI lifeboat came to the fishing vessel’s aid. The lifeboat was able to refloat the Chieftain and towed it to its berth. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

Mersey Fisher

Mersey Fisher

Mersey Fisher
Photo: pressandjournal.co.uk

The 91 meter long, 4765 dwt tanker Mersey Fisher ran aground at Carnac Point, Inverness Harbour, Scotland. The Coastguard was alerted and the Mersey Fisher a short time later.  A tug was in the area and was able to refloat short time later. No reports of injuries to the 8 crew on board, damage or pollution released.