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Collision on the Humber

Collision on the Humber

The 140 meter long, 5000 dwt car carrier City of Rotterdam collided with the 200 meter long,  10,407 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Primula Seaways on the Humber near Immingham,  England. The Primula Seaways was coming from Rotterdam with 25 persons in bad weather with strong winds and heavy rains.  As it approached the Humber, the Primula Seaways struck head-on with the City of Rotterdam.

City of Rotterdam
Photo: vesselfinder.com

The City of Rotterdam sustained extensive damage to its portside bow.  The car carrier had a 40 foot long breach over multiple decks and a notable crack in the hull. No reports of injuries on either vessel.

The Primula Seaways proceeded to Killinghome Haven while the City of Rotterdam berthed in Immingham.  Authorities have detained both vessels and launched an investigation into the incident. The cause of the collision has not yet been reported.

Courage

Courage

Courage
Photo: itv.com

During the late night on June 2, the 200 meter long, 29213 dwt car carrier Courage caught fire off the Dover coast. The Courage was passing off Harwich in Essex when a fire was detected on one of the vessel’s car decks. The crew quickly responded and used the vessel’s CO2 system to extinguish the blaze. The crew contacted the Dover Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre that they felt the fire was extinguished, but could not verify as the CO2 prevented the crew using corridors and areas around the deck.  The vessel was diverted to Southampton where several specialists from the Hampshire Fire and Rescue were airlifted on board. They found the fire had indeed been extinguished and it was safe for the Courage to berth in Southampton. No reports of injuries or pollution released.